Business Development Manager

Higginsconcrete; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained vehicle

Tools of the trade provided

Job summary

Higgins Concrete in Auckland is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to grow our central and southern Auckland portfolio from our Drury plant.

You will manage client relationships, identify new opportunities, and collaborate with regional and internal teams to drive growth, with a strong field sales orientation and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales and new business development – construction industry experience is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.
• Growth-focused mindset with ability to work as part of a team.
• Familiar with health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and nurture strong client relationships and position Higgins as a trusted partner.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with a growth mindset.
• Collaborate with regional and internal teams to align sales strategies with local needs.
• Represent Higgins with professionalism and integrity; maintain a solutions-focused approach.

Skills

Sales experience

New business development

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

CRM software

Tools

CRM software

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated and relationship-focusedprofessionalBusiness Development Managerto join our team at Higgins Concrete. Based in Auckland, and operating from our Drury based concrete plant, you’ll will focus on central and southern Auckland, but capable of driving growth to support potential growth across the entire Auckland region. Reporting to the locally based Regional Manager, with an ability to be a part of a sales team around the country at other concrete plant locations.

What You’ll Do

Cultivate and nurture strong, enduring relationships with our clients and position yourself as a reliable and knowledgeable business partner

Identify and secure new business opportunities with a constant growth mindset

Collaborate with regional and internal teams to align sales strategies with local market needs

Represent Higgins Concrete with professionalism, integrity and a strong sales drive. Resilience will be essential, as will a solutions-focused approach

What You’ll Bring

Proven experience in sales and new business development - construction industry experience is a plus

Strong interpersonal skills teamed with the ability to negotiate, influence, and make sound commercial decisions

Super strong communication and relationship building skills

Growth Focus – Higgins Concrete is in growth mode and looking to expand its operations

Organisation and structure with regards to your sales approach with confidence using computers and digital tools

A proactive, can-do attitude, and willingness to get stuck in as part of the team

Appetite for learning – open to technical training and development

Solid understanding of health and safety practices

What We Offer

Generous base salary + performance-based incentives

Fully maintained vehicle

Tools of the trade provided

If you have experience and want to work for a dynamic company with a great culture, this is the job for you.

Higgins Concrete is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test prior to commencement as well as a pre-employment health check.

Applicants for these positions must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.