What You'll Do
Take ownership of business development across the Tararua region, with a focus on expanding into the beef market. You’ll identify and pursue new opportunities through direct outreach, industry networks, and event participation, guiding prospects from first contact to closed sale. Your role includes demonstrating product value, negotiating agreements, and consistently meeting ambitious sales goals.
After a sale, you’ll remain closely involved to ensure smooth onboarding and long-term customer success. You’ll act as the main local contact, listening to feedback and relaying insights to internal teams. By maintaining strong ties with regional farming groups and staying active in the community, you’ll strengthen market presence and support continuous product improvement.
Requirements
- Live in the Tararua region, preferably near Danniverke, and be prepared for regular daily travel to meet farmers on-site
- Demonstrate a track record of exceeding sales targets through consultative, value-driven selling
- Proven ability to manage a full sales cycle and build lasting customer relationships
- Strong problem-solving skills to balance growth objectives with customer support across a broad territory
- Commitment to post-sale engagement and growing customer partnerships over time
- Hands-on mindset with a focus on execution, accountability, and results
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with beef farming operations and the challenges faced by producers
- Passion for agriculture and a willingness to immerse yourself in farm-level workflows
- Resilience under pressure and a strong sense of ownership over outcomes
- Natural enthusiasm in customer interactions and collaborative teamwork
- Ability to adapt quickly and solve problems independently
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage through a partnership with Southern Cross
- Generous leave policies: 6 months fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers, 4 weeks for secondary caregivers
- Wellness leave and unlimited paid annual leave
- $1,000 annual budget for self-directed learning and development
- Competitive remuneration including salary, benefits, and participation in an employee stock ownership plan
