General Information Job Type
Permanent
Category
Customer Service
Business
PlaceMakers
Location
Otago
Job Reference
42396
Posted Date
28-Jan-2026
Closing Date
25-Feb-2026
Description The Role: As the first point of contact at our Trade Counter and Showroom, you will interact daily with our customers who are the heart and soul of our business. We are looking for someone who wants to grow and develop within a strong New Zealand business.
Daily you will be responsible for -
* Building and maintaining effective relationships with them by being solutions focused, offering product support and technical information
* Process sales at our Trade Counter
* Play an integral part of growing sales within this department
* Merchandising and run instore promotions
* Assist customer with any returns or repairs
* Monitoring inventory and cycle counts
Permanent full-time role based at PlaceMakers Wanaka offering 40 hours per week.
About You: You will play an important role in capturing sales opportunities across the showroom therefore your passion for creating long-lasting customer relationships is an absolute must!
* Proven experience in a customer service in a retail sales environment
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with people from all ages and backgrounds.
* Motivated, self-driven and able to work independently
* Computer and numeracy knowledge
* Great attention to detail, organised and great time management
* Strong sales focus and excellent communication skills
Our Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate & Staff-buying privileges
* 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 alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.