About the Role

An opportunity has arisen to join the company as a Specifications Manager.  In this role you will represent Sika’s technologies and capabilities to engineers, architects, contractors, applicators and other relevant specifiers nationally.  Functions include providing technical support to specifiers and staff and presenting product information seminars.

We are seeking candidates familiar with the specification processes of the construction industry.  Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering or architecture would be advantageous.  Most importantly, you will have the personal attributes and presentation skills to communicate effectively with specifiers.

On a daily basis you will be

  • Hunting new business and developing opportunities in line with our company strategies
  • Managing new and existing accounts
  • Working with architects and designers to create system specifications
  • Negotiating sales and developing strong relationships in related industries
  • Responding to customer enquiries leading to providing quotations and specifications
  • Attending trade events and seminars where appropriate

Your Skills and Experience

As the successful candidate you will

  • Be a strong hunter with a proven record in sales development
  • Be familiar with the specification processes of the construction industry
  • Have sales experience in a construction related industry
  • Have the ability and willingness to travel nationally
  • Have excellent relationship building skills
  • Have strong negotiation skills with the ability to compete on areas other than price
  • Be able to work autonomously where required
  • Have strong written and oral communication skills
  • Be computer literate with the ability to use email, word and basic excel

Why Join Us

Rewards will include an attractive salary and bonus package, car, health and income protection insurance.  Ongoing training and career development prospects are excellent. 

If you would like to join our team, please apply via our Careers Job Gateway website.

Applicants for this position should have NZ citizenship, residency or a valid work visa.  The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drugs test.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

About Sika

Sika is a highly successful, Swiss multinational company specialising in construction products and systems including waterproofing, flooring, roofing, sealants, epoxies and grouts.  Sika’s products are proven internationally and on a local level and have an excellent reputation as being high quality and complete solution providers.  We have been in business for 100+ years.