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Softcard (acquired by Google)

Channel Sales Manager

Softcard (acquired by Google)

. Lead the growth of the respective channel across NAPA NZ .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeAuckland • New ZealandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales leadership and key-account management within the automotive sector, with a focus on building relationships and driving customer engagement. Possesses automotive technical knowledge and the ability to coach and develop a high-performing sales team.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sales Leadership ExperienceKey-Account ManagementAutomotive Technical KnowledgeCoaching and Development SkillsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Sales Strategy DevelopmentMarket AnalysisExpense ManagementProduct Pricing StrategyCustomer Engagement Techniques
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingTeam LeadershipInfluencing SkillsCustomer-First ApproachCultural Championing
Certifications & Qualifications
Relevant Trade QualificationsSpecialist Industry Training
Industry Keywords
Automotive SectorTrade SectorCommercial SectorNAPA Promotional ProgrammeCustomer Acquisition and Retention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the growth of the respective channel across NAPA NZ
  • Build key customer and vendor relationships
  • Lead specialist sales representatives
  • Partner with branch, regional, marketing and merchandise teams to grow sales, margin and market share
  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing specialist sales team
  • Build strong relationships with key accounts
  • Deliver channel sales, margin and expense targets
  • Identify product, pricing and market-share opportunities
  • Partner with marketing, merchandise and vendors to deliver a strong customer offer
  • Drive customer engagement through regular branch and key-customer visits
  • Champion a safe, inclusive and high-performing team culture
  • Support the NAPA promotional programme and collaborate with marketing on the Auto Mechanical channel
  • Leverage NAPA’s customer acquisition and retention resources

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Sales leadership experience within automotive, trade, specialist or commercial sectors
  • Strong automotive technical knowledge
  • Relevant trade qualifications or specialist industry training are highly regarded
  • Proven key-account management and commercial capability
  • Ability to coach, influence and develop people
  • Strong communication skills and a customer-first approach
  • Commitment to creating Genuine NAPA Service moments
  • Ability to undertake national travel

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • A safe & inclusive team environment
  • Attractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businesses
  • Work-life balance
  • Ongoing training & development; genuine career opportunities
  • Employee reward & recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program for you & your family
  • Paid volunteer leave
  • Parental leave top-up allowance