Business Development Manager - Industry Services

About the company

The Bioeconomy Science Institute unites more than 2,000 scientists, researchers, and specialists across New Zealand’s food, fibre, forestry, and environmental fields. Its mission is to accelerate a thriving bioeconomy through leading science, innovation, and collaboration.

By working with industry partners, communities, and other stakeholders, the organisation converts research into practical solutions that support sustainable growth, environmental resilience, and positive outcomes for Aotearoa New Zealand.

About the role

This position suits a commercially focused professional who can translate scientific expertise into customer-oriented services that create measurable value.

As Business Development Manager – Industry Services, you will partner with service leaders, scientists, and commercial teams to uncover opportunities, deepen customer relationships, and help grow the Industry Services portfolio. The role blends market awareness, business development, and commercial judgement to shape services that respond to industry demand and support business success.

What you will do

• Spot and pursue new as well as existing business opportunities within the Industry Services portfolio.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with customers, industry collaborators, and other stakeholders.
• Review market trends, customer requirements, and how services are performing.
• Support the creation of business cases, value propositions, and growth strategies.
• Work with service leaders to refine, expand, and optimise service offerings.
• Contribute to a customer-first and commercially effective approach across Industry Services.

About you

You are naturally curious, comfortable with analysis, and driven by the chance to uncover opportunities that create value.

• You have experience in business development, consulting, commercial analysis, service management, or a similar area.
• You are skilled at building relationships and engaging stakeholders effectively.
• You can turn technical or scientific ideas into clear, persuasive customer solutions.
• You bring commercial and financial understanding, including exposure to business cases, pricing, or performance analysis.
• You communicate well and can influence others effectively.
• You can work across teams and bring people together to deliver results.

Why join us

This is a distinctive opportunity to work at the intersection of science, innovation, and industry.

• Help develop services that make a real-world difference.
• Work with leading scientists and technical experts.
• Build connections across New Zealand’s bioeconomy sectors.
• Strengthen your commercial and strategic capabilities.
• Join an organisation with a clear purpose and ambitious direction.

Application information

Interested candidates should apply through the careers page and include a brief cover letter explaining what they would contribute to the role.

The position description is available via the link provided in the original listing.

For questions, contact Callum Livingston, General Manager Industry Services, at callum.livingston@agresearch.co.nz.

Applications close on Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 5:00 pm.