Business Development Manager

StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end network of trusted transport infrastructure. We connect New Zealand across both road and sea - with experience, versatility, and impressive capacity. Our fleet of 2 ships and over 200 trucks is supported by a nationwide network of 10 depots and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight (and passengers) weekly.

What is the role?

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team. You will need to learn and understand the StraitNZ business and then utilise your sales expertise to hunt for new business and grow your existing portfolio.

Reporting to the General Manager – Freight Forwarding, you will be responsible for :

Identifying new business and converting this into sales revenue.

Managing existing customers and looking for growth opportunities.

Develop and implement call cycle plans to achieve set targets.

Meeting all KPI's and ensuring margin integrity is upheld for the business.

Working closely with the operations team to ensure new clients onboard smoothly into the StraitNZ network.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based at our modern Auckland Depot in Wiri.

Who we are we looking for?

A natural hunter / farmer with plenty of drive to exceed targets. You must have on the road experience, proven capabilities in building B2B relationships and a good track record for sale conversion and success growing existing accounts. Experience in the transport or freight industry is advantageous but is not a requirement.

In return you will :

• Receive a competitive base salary and commission structure, including a company vehicle and tools of the trade
• A generous employer KiwiSaver contribution matched up to 8% employee contribution
• A free Southern Cross Healthcare plan
• Subsidised interisland travel (conditions apply)
• Be given autonomy in a trusted environment that supports and celebrates the success of its people
• Get to work with a great bunch of supportive people
• Gain exposure and knowledge in the transport and logistics industry.

If this role sounds like it's perfect for you and you are looking to join a dynamic organisation who is continuing to make a big impact in the industry, then we want to hear from you - apply now!

Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, medical examination and Ministry of Justice check as a pre-requisite to confirmation of employment with StraitNZ.

Applicants for this position must currently reside in New Zealand, and have the legal right to live and work here.

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Welcome to StraitNZ's job board! We are a group of companies made up of StraitNZ Freight Forwarding, Linehaul and Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries.

StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end transport service connecting New Zealand across both road and sea. Our fleet of two ships and over 200 trucks are supported by a nationwide network of depots and agents and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight throughout the country and carry thousands of passengers across the Cook Strait every week.

If you would like to get in contact with us, feel free to email us at

Address : Multiple sites throughout NZ, refer to our website.,

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