Sales Assistant | South Auckland, Auckland
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Metlifecare

Sales Assistant | South Auckland

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Auckland

Job Description

  • Own your role, be the go-to person for all sales support deliverables
  • Join an organisation with a fabulous team, which is all about the people!
  • Competitive salary, commission and extensive staff benefits – read on!


About the role


Based in South Auckland, we are seeking a highly organised and motivated Sales Assistant to support our Sales Executives across our Longford Park, Edgewater, Parkside and Hillsborough Heights villages


Reporting to the Sales Operations Manager, you will be the go‑to person for the sales team, delivering efficient administrative support, exceptional customer service, and coordinated marketing assistance. Your contribution will play a key role in helping us achieve our overall sales, marketing, and financial goals across the villages.


There will be some travel required across these villages and flexibility on weekends to be available for open days when required.


Key responsibilities will include:

  • Weekly Sales Reporting (Applications, Settlements, Monthly Forecasts)
  • Handling In-bound Sales Enquiries and Village Tours
  • Managing Resident Transition Process (move ins) where required
  • Assisting in Marketing Event Preparation
  • Weekly Marketing Plan and Competitive Activity Report Updates
  • Organise and attend events
  • Maintain the CRM system to update customer information
  • Completing Purchase Orders and other related activities for Payments
  • Order and maintain stock levels of marketing collateral
  • General sales and office administration required


About you


You are an organised, proactive multitasker who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys supporting a team to succeed. You bring strong attention to detail, confidence juggling multiple priorities, and a naturally customer‑focused approach. You’re comfortable working with different stakeholders, love keeping systems tidy, and take pride in delivering high‑quality admin and reporting.


  • Some exposure to Power BI, plus willingness to learn
  • We've mentioned the CRM system exposure above but just want to reiterate it here!
  • Have your own car and comfortable driving between sites (mileage reimbursed) and can travel at times
  • Background in sales administration, sales support, or the retirement/property sector would be advantageous


About Us


Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 7,300 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves. Metlifecare currently operates over 36 villages located around New Zealand and employs over 2000 staff.


Staff Benefits Include:

  • 3 Paid wellness days per annum
  • 1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
  • Health Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
  • 26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners
  • KiwiSaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Refer a friend incentive of up to $1500*
  • Access to thousands of online training modules and courses from some of the world's leading learning specialists
  • Education, Development and Training Support


How to Apply


Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home


Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies.


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Please note that identification and work eligibility documentation is required with your application.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Power BI
  • Purchase Orders
  • CRM
  • Marketing Event Preparation
  • Sales Reporting

Desired Soft Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Focus
  • Multitasking
  • Organised
  • Proactive

Additional Compensation

  • Commission

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🎂 Birthdays Off
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 💼 Life Insurance
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • ⛑ Uniform Provided
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • All these are for permanent staff and include Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
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  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 💸 Living Wage
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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