Business Development Coordinator

Skellerup Industries; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

International market exposure

Development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Skellerup Industries in Christchurch is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to join our Commercial Operations team. You will coordinate commercial development projects, conduct market research, support planning and customer onboarding, and help drive product trials and marketing activity to grow our international business.

You’ll work closely with customers, distributors, sales teams and manufacturing across multiple functions, gaining exposure to international markets and strategic

Qualifications

• Organised and commercially minded with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating commercial development projects and strategic initiatives
• Conducting market research and maintaining market intelligence
• Supporting business planning and commercial strategy development
• Assisting with customer onboarding and distribution partnerships
• Supporting trade shows, customer meetings, field trials and marketing activity
• Coordinating project documentation, reporting and milestone tracking
• Working across multiple business functions to keep projects moving forward

Skills

Organised

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Multi-stakeholder management

Relationship building

Ownership mindset

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualification in business/marketing/commerce

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Help grow a New Zealand business that's expanding around the globe.

For almost 90 years, Skellerup has used practical design, engineering and manufacturing expertise to solve real-world challenges. From dairy rubberware and accessories to specialised technical polymer products, our products are trusted by customers throughout New Zealand and in markets around the world.

As our international business continues to grow, we're looking for a Business Development Coordinator to join our Christchurch-based Commercial Operations team. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial leaders and gain exposure to international markets, customer development, strategic projects and business growth initiatives.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Commercial Operations - Agri, you will help turn new commercial opportunities into established business.

You will support a wide range of business development projects, coordinating activity across customers, distributors, sales teams, marketing, product development and manufacturing. From researching new markets and supporting customer onboarding through to coordinating product trials and commercial projects, you'll play an important role in helping grow the business.

This is a varied role that combines commercial coordination, market research, stakeholder engagement and project administration. It offers excellent exposure to how an international manufacturing business develops products, enters markets and builds long-term customer relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating commercial development projects and strategic initiatives
• Conducting market research and maintaining market intelligence
• Supporting business planning and commercial strategy development
• Assisting with customer onboarding and distribution partnerships
• Supporting trade shows, customer meetings, field trials and marketing activity
• Coordinating project documentation, reporting and milestone tracking
• Working across multiple business functions to keep projects moving forward

About you

We're looking for someone who is organised, commercially minded and excited by the challenge of helping develop new business opportunities.

You may come from a background in commercial coordination, sales operations, marketing, project coordination or business support. Most importantly, you'll be proactive, curious and motivated to learn.

You’ll bring:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and relationship‑building abilities
• Good commercial awareness and customer focus
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 and business systems
• A willingness to take ownership and drive outcomes
• A relevant tertiary qualification in business, marketing, commerce or a related field would be advantageous

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Exposure to international markets and commercial development projects
• Broad experience across business development, sales, marketing and project coordination
• A collaborative team environment within one of New Zealand's leading manufacturers
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Interested?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in business development, commercial operations or international sales within a successful New Zealand manufacturing business.

At Skellerup, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment and are an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a smoke, drug and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants must undergo pre‑employment medical screening and criminal history checks. Only candidates who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.