Trade Territory Representative - Blenheim

About Bapcor New Zealand

Bapcor New Zealand forms part of the larger Bapcor Group, a premier Asia Pacific provider of automotive aftermarket parts, equipment, services, and solutions. Our expansive New Zealand network includes renowned brands such as BNT, Autolign, HCB, NZ Brake Co, Precision Equipment New Zealand, and JAS, offering one of the most exhaustive ranges of automotive parts in the market.

We are a purpose-driven organisation committed to supporting both our customers and communities, with a strong focus on anticipating customer needs. The New Zealand team contributes significantly to both local excellence and the broader strategy of the Bapcor Group.

Bapcor operates over 1,000 locations with more than 5,000 employees spanning Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand. We champion a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace where all team members can perform at their best.

Our core values include:

• Doing the right thing
• Collaboration and unity
• Being genuinely committed
• Delivering results efficiently

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic sales professional passionate about the trades to take charge of a defined territory, cultivate client relationships, and seize new business opportunities. You will proactively pursue untapped markets, deepen connections with key accounts, and employ industry-leading data intelligence to outpace competitors. Utilizing the strength of our top brands — including BNT, Autolign, HCB, and JAS — you will generate substantial value for customers.

This position requires a strategic advisor with robust negotiation skills, who collaborates with branches, category managers, and key accounts to achieve significant business growth.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated success in B2B or trade sales environments
• Multiple years in sales roles exhibiting consistent performance
• Proficiency with CRM platforms, customer profiling, and strategic territory oversight
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities combined with strong influencing talent
• A naturally driven and resilient hunter personality that approaches opportunities proactively and professionally

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience within competitive, trade-related sectors
• Expertise in managing key account growth or trade network relationships such as Capricorn

Benefits and Workplace Culture

BNT is renowned for its engaging work environment featuring:

• Provision of a company vehicle
• Annual paid day off on your birthday
• One paid volunteer day each year
• Complimentary breakfast every morning
• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Significant product discounts
• Flat organisational structure offering direct exposure to senior leadership
• Career advancement opportunities within Bapcor’s broad operations across New Zealand, Australia, and Southeast Asia

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

We foster an inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds including various ages, cultures, gender identities, and abilities. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, unbiased, and accessible. Reasonable accommodation is available on request during the application process.