Business Development - Industry Services
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Mō te Pakihi | About the Company:
The Bioeconomy Science Institute brings together over 2,000 scientists, researchers and specialists working across New Zealand's food, fibre, forestry and environmental sectors. Our purpose is to power a thriving bioeconomy through world-leading science, innovation and collaboration.
Working alongside industry, communities and partners, we turn research into practical solutions that support sustainable growth, environmental resilience and positive outcomes for Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role
Science is truly valuable when it creates impact.
We're looking for a commercially minded professional who can help turn scientific expertise into customer-focused services that deliver real value.
As Business Development Manager – Industry Services, you'll work closely with service leaders, scientists and commercial teams to identify opportunities, strengthen customer relationships, and support the growth of our Industry Services portfolio. You'll combine market insight, business development and commercial thinking to help shape services that meet industry needs and drive organisational success.
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Ngā whāinga matua | What you will be doing
In this role, you will –
- Identify and develop new and existing business opportunities across our Industry Services portfolio.
- Build strong relationships with customers, industry partners and stakeholders.
- Analyse market trends, customer needs and service performance.
- Help develop business cases, value propositions and growth plans.
- Work with service leaders to improve, grow and optimise service offerings.
- Contribute to a customer-focused and commercially successful approach across Industry Services.
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Ōpūmanawa | About you
You'll be curious, analytical and motivated by finding opportunities to create value.
You'll bring -
- Experience in business development, consulting, commercial analysis, service management or a related field.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to translate technical or scientific concepts into compelling customer solutions.
- Commercial and financial acumen, including experience with business cases, pricing or performance analysis.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- The ability to work across teams and bring people together to achieve outcomes.
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Ngā Hua o te Tūranga | Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to work where science, innovation and industry connect.
You'll have the chance to –
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- Help shape services that deliver real-world impact
- Work alongside leading scientists and technical experts
- Build relationships across New Zealand's bioeconomy sectors
- Grow your commercial and strategic capability
- Be part of an organisation with a clear purpose and ambitious future
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Tono Mai | Apply Now
If you're excited about helping transform scientific capability into impactful services that customers value, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply via our careers page and include a short cover letter telling us what you'll bring to the role.
To view the position description, please click here
If you have any questions, please contact Callum Livingston, General Manager Industry Services at callum.livingston@agresearch.co.nz
Applications close Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 5pm