Manager - Business Development
Compass Group New Zealand
Date: 11 hours ago
City: Auckland, Auckland
Contract type: Contractor
- Drive strategic growth and innovation in a market-leading organisation.
- Be part of a global company with strong local roots and values.
- Lead high-impact business development initiatives across diverse sectors.
As our Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving new business growth and supporting the retention of key contracts across Compass Group NZ. You'll lead the sales funnel process, collaborate with operational leaders, and bring innovative service solutions to life. This is a high-impact role where your strategic thinking and relationship-building skills will shape the future of our business.
Ko o Kawenga/ Your Responsibilities
- Manage new sales and business development activities to meet growth targets.
- Collaborate with operations teams to retain key sector contracts and enhance client satisfaction.
- Drive the strategic sales funnel process and CRM execution to ensure consistent representation.
- Provide commercial leadership in bidding, negotiations, and financial modelling.
- Represent Compass Group at industry events, building networks and brand presence.
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or strategic growth roles, ideally in FMCG, hospitality or services.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop compelling, value-driven proposals.
- Confident communicator with excellent storytelling and presentation skills.
- Skilled in building and maintaining high-level "C-suite" relationships.
- Holds a BCom or equivalent qualification (MBA preferred), with a passion for innovation and excellence.
- Company Vehicle - Hit the road in style with a fully maintained vehicle included.
- Competitive Salary + Incentives - Be rewarded for your impact with performance-based bonuses.
- Global Career Growth - Unlock opportunities across Compass Group's international network.
- Flexible Work Options - Enjoy hybrid working and a culture that supports work-life balance.
- Exclusive Discounts - Save on medical insurance, banking, hotels, and more.
- Collaborative Culture - Thrive in a team that values respect, growth, and teamwork.
- Wellbeing Support - Access our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing.
- High-Impact Role - Shape strategy, drive innovation, and influence key commercial decisions.
Mo Matou/ About Us
- We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
- These industry sectors are managed by our sub-brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
- We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
- Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
- Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.
Join the Compass Whānau where you can make a difference and be part of something unique. As a Manager, you will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes that you would expect from a global organisational.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity - Tono ināianei - Apply now!
For any recruitment queries, please get in touch with Sybrand Botes at [email protected]
Great People, Real Opportunities
Position Code: A12
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