Business Development Executive

Asahi Beverages; Auckland; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Auckland is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive sales and execute promotional programs. In this role, you will build strong relationships with customers and collaborate to achieve financial goals. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years’ experience in sales within FMCG and strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers autonomy and support in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ sales experience, ideally within FMCG.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to build customer partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Maximise commercial initiatives and deliver sales targets.
• Build strategic customer relationships and ensure best-in-class service.
• Implement promotional programs and investment plans.

Skills

Sales experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Commercial tertiary qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Executive | Various Locations

Your Impact

Join Asahi Lifestyle Beverages as a Business Development Executive and play a key role in driving sales, distribution, and promotional success across our dynamic portfolio. You will work closely with the Business Development Manager to deliver commercial growth, strengthen customer relationships, and execute impactful activation plans in market. This is your chance to represent one of the leading FMCG businesses, where your contribution directly shapes category growth and customer outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

• Maximise commercial initiatives and deliver agreed sales, distribution, and profitability targets
• Build strong, strategic relationships with key customers and deliver best-in-class service
• Implement promotional programs, category growth initiatives, and trade investment plans
• Monitor competitor activity and act decisively to protect and grow market share
• Ensure flawless execution of new product launches, merchandising, and national sales programs
• Collaborate with channel strategy, activation, and sales teams to deliver customer engagement and commercial results
  
  

About You

• Minimum 3 years’ sales experience, ideally within FMCG
• Commercial tertiary qualifications (preferred)
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills
• Proven ability to build customer partnerships and influence outcomes
• Confident with presentations, planning, and Microsoft Office tools
• Ambitious and driven to achieve results in a competitive market
  
  

Why Asahi Beverages?

Asahi Beverages is home to some of Australia and New Zealand’s most iconic and innovative beverage brands – including Asahi Super Dry, Peroni, Vodka Cruiser, Woodstock, and many more.

Here, you’ll enjoy the freedom to run your territory like your own business, backed by a supportive manager who values trust, development, and doing things the right way. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a key regional patch, join a team that values energy and impact, and help shape the future of our on-premise presence.

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