About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established organisation with a strong presence across New Zealand.

Based in Christchurch, you'll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities while developing strategic relationships with customers throughout Canterbury. This is a hands-on sales role where you'll spend the majority of your time out meeting clients, uncovering opportunities, and introducing solutions that add value to their businesses.

Supported by an experienced internal team, you'll have the autonomy to manage your territory, build your pipeline, and make a genuine impact on the continued growth of the business.

If you're a driven sales professional who enjoys hunting for new opportunities and thrives on achieving results, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities across your territory
• Build strong relationships with prospective and existing trade customers
• Develop and execute territory growth plans to increase market share
• Conduct regular customer meetings, presentations and site visits
• Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing and close sales opportunities
• Work closely with internal teams to deliver outstanding customer solutions
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities
• Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts and pipeline activity

About You

To be successful in this role you'll bring:

• Proven success in business development, territory sales or account management
• A strong track record of generating new business and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong commercial acumen
• The ability to manage your own territory and prioritise opportunities effectively
• Experience within the trade, automotive, construction or manufacturing sectors will be highly regarded

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of $90,000–$110,000 depending on experience
• Company vehicle, performance bonus and additional employee benefits
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The opportunity to represent a respected business with quality products and strong market presence
• Autonomy to grow your territory while being backed by an experienced national team

If you're a motivated sales professional looking for your next challenge and enjoy building new business while creating long-term customer relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Catherine at catherine@grahamconsulting.co.nz for a confidential discussion.

Please note that while all applications will be reviewed, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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