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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Sales
Business
Laminex New Zealand
Location
Christchurch
Job Reference
41945
Posted Date
16-Feb-2026
Closing Date
15-Mar-2026

Description

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking sales leader with the ability to interpret market trends and leverage your business acumen, analytical insights and leadership excellence to drive growth and performance?  Laminex New Zealand is recruiting a Sales Manager to shape regional strategy, leading a team in growth phase to drive market share and achieve revenue targets.

Laminex New Zealand, part of Fletcher Building’s Building Products division, is a trusted name in innovative design solutions. With a new plant underway in Taupō, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re proud of our welcoming, people-first culture where everyone feels valued, and you’ll be supported by a passionate, experienced team committed to your success.

About the Role
As Regional Sales Manager, you’ll play a key role in our sales leadership team, managing 6 direct reports across Christchurch, Dunedin, and Otago. You’ll lead and coach a high-performing team, turning national strategies into impactful regional plans that drive revenue growth and success.  You’ll take ownership of budgets, KPIs, and forecasting to ensure supply chain readiness while boosting market share and achieving ambitious revenue targets. Along the way, you’ll build strong partnerships with key customers and stakeholders, champion exceptional customer experiences, and set the standard for operational excellence.

What We’re Looking For
  • At least 5 years’ sales leadership experience managing a sales-focussed team, ideally with regional coverage. 
  • Proven ability to lead with impact, driving success and delivering results, fostering a collaborative high-performance culture. 
  • Leverage your strong commercial acumen and analytical expertise to access market trends and develop strategic regional plans aligned with business objectives. 
  • Manage P&L, budgeting, and operational finance.
  • Build strong customer partnerships with key decision makers with the ability to influence decisions through innovative solutions and customer-centric thinking.
  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Tech-savvy and confident using Salesforce and digital platforms to optimize performance, track metrics to provide insights that influence decisions. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with practical experience using CRM and ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of the building products or manufacturing industries or similar is an advantage.

Why Join Laminex?
Join a trusted brand with a reputation for quality and innovation. This is your opportunity to lead strategically, inspire your team to make an impact, and deliver results that redefine the market.  Ready to make your mark? Be the driving force behind innovation and growth and shape the future of Laminex in the Southern region, apply now!

Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.