Senior Business Development Manager

Posted 9 Days Ago
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Christchurch, Canterbury
In-Office
Senior level
Transportation
The Role
Lead growth in key customer accounts, manage bids and tenders, develop market strategies, and mentor sales talent. Collaborate with various teams for effective solutions.
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Connecting people and communities| Driving eCommerce | Moving New Zealand

Team Global Express is entering an exciting new chapter. With fresh energy, a renewed strategy, and a commitment to doing things differently, we’re building a national sales team that will shape the way we connect with customers and deliver impact across Aotearoa.

We’re looking for Senior Business Development Managers who want to take the next step in their career by leading meaningful change, influence the direction of our business, and make their mark on the future of logistics in New Zealand.

Apply now and start your 2026 strong — or join us today and help lead the change!

About the role - Mō te tūranga

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead growth across strategically important customers, identifying opportunities, managing high-value bids and tenders, and driving new business that strengthens our national network.

Additionally, you will:

  • Shape market strategy – develop and execute growth plans to enter new markets and expand share.
  • Drive commercial excellence – leverage analytics, CRM insights, and pricing strategy to maximise conversion and revenue.
  • Embed best practice – uplifting sales processes, pipeline management, and reporting across the business.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally – work closely with operations, finance, commercial, and IT teams to deliver seamless, value-driven solutions.
  • Mentor future talent – share your expertise and help grow sales capability across the national team.

What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?

  • Industry experience within transport, logistics, or supply chain, with proven success in national business development.
  • Exceptional negotiation skills
  • Strategic thinking and strong commercial acumen
  • Demonstrated success in winning and growing major accounts
  • Resilience, adaptability, and drive to succeed in a competitive market.
  • CRM experience, Salesforce desirable.

Your Benefits - Ō Painga

We look after our people. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates success, has regular development conversations, and values great work.

Additionally, you’ll get.

  • A competitive sales incentive plan rewarding your impact.
  • Free staff car parking.
  • Enjoy the convenience of our onsite cafeteria offering freshly prepared hot meals every day—subsidised to help you eat well and stay focused. (Auckland office)
  • Access to our staff welfare trust will cover 80% of your medical bills up to $1500 per year.
  • Access to heavily discounted holiday homes across New Zealand.

How to apply - Me pēhea te tono

Whether you’re exploring new opportunities for the new year or ready to jump in now — there’s never been a better time to join.

Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace. Pre-employment checks will include an MOJ, Drug & Alcohol Testing, Medical Assessment and Reference Checking.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ effective immediately.

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The Company
Melbourne Airport, , Victoria
1,887 Employees

What We Do

United by our fundamental goal to provide superior customer experiences and operational excellence, Team Global Express is excited to step forward under new ownership, Allegro Funds. Backed by an unrivalled and seamless network, Team Global Express builds unique, innovative and tailored solutions across road, rail, air and sea; providing transport, logistics, and business solutions to customers throughout Australia and New Zealand.

By exploring how businesses continue to deliver in a changing world, Team Global Express is determined to play our pivotal part in the pandemic-proof economic recovery of Australia and New Zealand. Through engaging, listening and sharing with our customers, Team Global Express strives to deliver exceptional experiences, putting your business at the heart of ours.

About our new owners:
Allegro Funds is Australia’s most awarded and largest transformation and turnaround private equity firm. Allegro provides Transformational Capital—applying capital, expertise and a distinctly hands-on approach—to invest in businesses and reposition them for sustained long term growth. Over the past 20 years, Allegro has demonstrated a strong track record or partnering with management teams and key stakeholders to build better businesses and create enduring value

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