Business Development Manager - Northland Region Sales·, Wellington

Competitive remuneration + benefits Make a difference in New Zealand's largest business sector - Agriculture Enjoy working collaboratively in a co-operative model Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity We’re keen to hear from agri-professionals with resilience and a track record of successful business development in a cold sales environment.In this new position as a Business Development Manager for Northland, you'll report to the Head of Key Accounts and Strategic Partnerships and be primarily responsible for: Driving new business acquisition Growing market share and customer relationships, ensuring Farmlands maximises sales, margin, and valueLocation: This role can be based anywhere in the Northland region, and a vehicle is provided as a tool of trade. Mōhou ake | About you To be considered for this role, you’ll need to have: A proven track record of successful business development in a cold sales environment A significant level of general business and business development experience, gained from within a B2B environmentExceptional relationship management skills Broad and deep understanding of the rural sector To succeed, you’ll need to be a true hunter/gatherer and feel at home in a cold sales environment. You’ll love the thrill of the chase, and have the drive, tenacity, and sheer determination to achieve sustainable sales growth and increase market share in your area.You'll be someone who can take rejection on the chin, adapt your approach, and build relationships with perseverance. Mō ngā painga | About the benefits Amongst our benefits, you'll be rewarded with: Competitive remuneration package Leave purchase opportunity and service-related benefits Sick leave from Day 1Paid birthday leave Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to discounts with our Card Partners Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leaveFlexible working arrangements Te Tono | How to apply Send through your CV, and we'll take it from there. We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your growth—both your career and ours—at Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa. Applications close: 29 May 2025. We will review applications as they come in, so don't delay.Mō matou | About us At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations—from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.Please note that the successful candidate will need to pass pre-employment checks, including references from recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of right to work in NZ, driver’s license verification, and an ACC background check. Additional checks such as drug and alcohol testing, credit checks, or AML checks may be required depending on the role.#J-18808-Ljbffr