Business Development Manager at Farmlands Group

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Relationship Management, Solution Selling, Coaching, Mentoring, Strategic Influence, Market Share Growth, Corporate Sales, Rural Sector Knowledge, Account Management

Industry

Retail

Description

Drive growth in NZ’s largest business sector – Agriculture Grow Farmlands’ presence with large corporate businesses Collaborate in a co-operative model Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity We’re looking for resilient and results-driven Business Development Managers to grow Farmlands’ market share across large corporate businesses in the Upper North Island and Upper South Island regions. This is not about selling individual items — it’s about selling Farmlands as the trusted partner, connecting customers with the products, services and solutions that support their business. You’ll be responsible for: Growing Farmlands’ market share within large corporate businesses and organisations across your region. Selling Farmlands’ full value proposition, including products, services and tailored solutions for farmers and growers. Providing regional leadership by coaching, mentoring and influencing team members. We have two roles available: Upper North Island - Taupō and upwards. Upper South Island - Canterbury and upwards. Mōhou ake | About you You’ll be a driven, motivated achiever who understands the rural sector and knows how to build trust across a wide range of customers. To succeed in this role, you'll bring: Proven ability to sell products, services and solutions to farmers, growers and corporate rural businesses. Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to connect with people on-farm and in the boardroom. Experience selling solutions, with a focus on long-term customer value. A motivated, resilient and achievement-focused approach, with the confidence to influence, coach and lead within your region. Mō ngā painga | About the benefits Competitive remuneration + vehicle. Sick leave from Day 1 + paid birthday leave. Flexible working options. Leave purchase & service-related perks. A focus on your development, including LinkedIn Learning and online courses via The Greenhouse. Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer with access to a vast array of discounts through our Card Partners. 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. Te Tono | How to apply Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.

Responsibilities

Drive market share growth within large corporate businesses and organizations across the Upper North and South Islands. Sell Farmlands' full value proposition and provide regional leadership through coaching and mentoring team members.