Overview
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AkzoNobel has a passion for paint. We're experts in the craft of making paints and coatings, delivering high-performance products globally. This role is in the vehicle refinishing sector based in Perth.
This role combines sales expertise with technical know-how, helping customers get the best results from our Vehicle Refinish brands and products while building strong, long-term relationships. No previous sales experience? No problem — sales training will be provided to set you up for success. You'll work closely with body shops, distributors, and end-users, providing technical advice, training, and tailored solutions — all while driving sales growth across your territory.
What You'll Do
* Develop and manage strong relationships with new and existing customers
* Promote and sell our premium refinishing solutions to body shops and distributors
* Provide on-site technical demonstrations, product training, and support
* Identify growth opportunities and achieve sales targets
* Collaborate with internal teams (technical, customer service, marketing) to deliver exceptional customer experiences
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in technical roles within the automotive, coatings, or refinishing industry (workshop, body shop, distribution or product support experience welcomed)
* A willingness to learn sales skills – no prior sales experience required (full sales training provided)
* Strong technical knowledge of vehicle refinishing products and processes
* Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
* Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
* Willingness to travel across the assigned region with some international travel
Benefits
* Career Pathway and Training: training and development opportunities that support your next steps
* Performance Bonuses: quarterly performance bonuses on top of base salary
* Health goals: annual flu vaccination and financial support for health and wellbeing programs
* Tools of the Trade: fully maintained company vehicle, laptop, and mobile phone
* Discounted private health insurance with Bupa and access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and related discounts
Apply now with your updated resume.
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