Strategic Growth & Partnerships Manager – NZ

Smithandsmith; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global career pathways

Wellness programme

Birthday leave

Volunteer day

Flexible working opportunities

Annual wellbeing fund

Job summary

Smith&Smith is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities across New Zealand. You will focus on fleet, leasing, rental and trade opportunities, building strong relationships and negotiating with decision-makers to convert prospects into long-term customers.

This growth role sits within Belron NZ and offers exposure to the Belron group, with 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from the Support Office in Mount Wellington, Auckland.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in business development or related commercial role.
• Proven track record of winning new business and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong commercial acumen with growth mindset and customer-first approach.
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Confident engaging stakeholders at all levels and delivering tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across New Zealand.
• Develop strategic partnerships and cross-sell within Belron NZ brands.
• Collaborate with Commercial team to deliver sustainable revenue growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Negotiate effectively and convert prospects into long-term customers.

Skills

Business development

Sales excellence

Relationship building

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Presentation skills

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Smith&Smith is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities across New Zealand. You will focus on fleet, leasing, rental and trade opportunities, building strong relationships and negotiating with decision-makers to convert prospects into long-term customers.

This growth role sits within Belron NZ and offers exposure to the Belron group, with 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from the Support Office in Mount Wellington, Auckland.