Job Description
General Information
Job Type
Permanent
Category
Sales
Business
PlaceMakers
Location
Auckland
Job Reference
42516
Posted Date
11-Feb-2026
Closing Date
23-Mar-2026
Description
As an Asian Market Trade Support Team Member, you’ll be the heartbeat of the branch providing essential support and clear communication across our trade operations. You’ll work closely with Account Managers, mandarin speaking trade customers, and suppliers to ensure a seamless experience and help to build a team culture that nails the basics. With a flexible, can-do attitude, you’ll manage customer inquiries, offer product advice, prepare quotes and pricing, and find solutions to meet customer needs.
Engage with customers and suppliers face to face, over the phone, and via email
Recommend suitable products, process orders, and manage sales documentation
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to track orders and arrange timely deliveries
Take clear briefs from stakeholders and prepare accurate quote documentation
Collaborate with Account Managers and Team Leaders to capture opportunities through daily and weekly planning
Permanent full-time role based at PlaceMakers Mt Wellington, offering 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will be more than just a sales support person, you’ll be a natural communicator and relationship builder who understands the needs of our Asian Market trade customers. Your experience in the building or construction industry, combined with strong knowledge of building materials and products, means you know how to connect with builders, can identify opportunities, and act as a trusted advisor to deliver tailored solutions and assistance that make a real impact while keeping our customers at the heart of everything you do.
Fluent in Mandarin and English
Bring a strong work ethic, approachable nature and committed to delivering deliver great service to everyone you meet
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform under pressure
Highly organised with sharp attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Tech-savvy and comfortable working across multiple systems
Previous experience in a similar trade customer support role
Strong knowledge of the building materials and a solid understanding of the building and construction industry
Our Benefits:
Competitive base salary
Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
Staff buying privileges and company benefits for you and your family
Employee Education Fund
Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme
Join Us: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.
Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and ******* testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.
We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.
Job Type
Permanent
Category
Sales
Business
PlaceMakers
Location
Auckland
Job Reference
42516
Posted Date
11-Feb-2026
Closing Date
23-Mar-2026
Description
As an Asian Market Trade Support Team Member, you’ll be the heartbeat of the branch providing essential support and clear communication across our trade operations. You’ll work closely with Account Managers, mandarin speaking trade customers, and suppliers to ensure a seamless experience and help to build a team culture that nails the basics. With a flexible, can-do attitude, you’ll manage customer inquiries, offer product advice, prepare quotes and pricing, and find solutions to meet customer needs.
Engage with customers and suppliers face to face, over the phone, and via email
Recommend suitable products, process orders, and manage sales documentation
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to track orders and arrange timely deliveries
Take clear briefs from stakeholders and prepare accurate quote documentation
Collaborate with Account Managers and Team Leaders to capture opportunities through daily and weekly planning
Permanent full-time role based at PlaceMakers Mt Wellington, offering 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will be more than just a sales support person, you’ll be a natural communicator and relationship builder who understands the needs of our Asian Market trade customers. Your experience in the building or construction industry, combined with strong knowledge of building materials and products, means you know how to connect with builders, can identify opportunities, and act as a trusted advisor to deliver tailored solutions and assistance that make a real impact while keeping our customers at the heart of everything you do.
Fluent in Mandarin and English
Bring a strong work ethic, approachable nature and committed to delivering deliver great service to everyone you meet
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform under pressure
Highly organised with sharp attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Tech-savvy and comfortable working across multiple systems
Previous experience in a similar trade customer support role
Strong knowledge of the building materials and a solid understanding of the building and construction industry
Our Benefits:
Competitive base salary
Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
Staff buying privileges and company benefits for you and your family
Employee Education Fund
Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme
Join Us: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.
Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and ******* testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.
We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.
💡 Quick Summary
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