Strategic Business Development Lead - Agriculture

Primary ITO; New Zealand; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Package (2 health days)

5 weeks' annual leave after 3 years

Paid leave for volunteering day

Job summary

Primary ITO seeks a seasoned Business Development lead to drive growth in agriculture sectors in New Zealand. You will build and manage strategic relationships and collaborate across teams to support learners and employers.

You will guide engagement with agriculture businesses, develop training solutions tailored to customer needs, and help plan annual business strategies with senior stakeholders. This role offers hybrid locations across New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Experience leading business development and growth initiatives in a professional setting.
• Experience in the education sector and/or vocational learning environments with a credible reputation.
• Experience partnering with agriculture businesses and/or commercial environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support business development with existing and new agriculture businesses.
• Build and enhance the profile of Primary ITO and provide strategic direction for engagement with agriculture businesses.
• Recommend, develop and implement training solutions for customers based on their needs.
• Facilitate discussions and planning of annual business plans.

Skills

BD leadership

Relationship management

Education sector experience

Agriculture partnerships

Communication skills

Job description

Primary ITO seeks a seasoned Business Development lead to drive growth in agriculture sectors in New Zealand. You will build and manage strategic relationships and collaborate across teams to support learners and employers.

You will guide engagement with agriculture businesses, develop training solutions tailored to customer needs, and help plan annual business strategies with senior stakeholders. This role offers hybrid locations across New Zealand.