Business Development Manager

heinz· 7777 HJ Heinz Company (NZ) Ltd Company
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📍 Newmarket - AucklandFull time

About this role

Job Description

Business Development Manager

  • Grow your Sales Career
  • Flexible work arrangement – 3 days in office, 2 days remote
  • Competitive salary package, annual bonus, and market leading benefits

Grow Your Global Change Management Career with Kraft Heinz!

Are you looking to grow your career in Sales? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting opportunity to join our New Zealand Sales Team as Business Development Manager at Kraft Heinz, based in Auckland.

The Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Managing Alt channel customers – Costco, The Warehouse, Chemist Warehouse, and many other route customers 

  • Managing Private label portfolio for Foodstuffs and Woolworths. 

  • Managing Artwork update projects for Private label lines. 

  • Responsible for reducing SCL (SLOB and clearance) for NZ business. 

  • Work with the Head of New Business Development to develop account specific business plans and measure performance against set standards. 

  • Sell to targeted new accounts (Focusing on specific channels and categories). 

  • Identify and lock potential new accounts. 

  • Establish/negotiate and lock plans into agreement in line with company policies and budget. 

  • Lead cross-functional partners to deliver results. 

  • Own the P&L for a portfolio of categories 

  • Be actively involved in the day to day management of potential or current contract manufacturing relationships 

  • Manage the IBP process for your portfolio   

  • Develop and work with accounts and internal units to create tailored product solutions and JBPs. 

  • Monitor performance, taking corrective action where appropriate 

  • Communicate information regarding forecasting, opportunity pipeline, NPDs, Price, to key internal stakeholders. 

What you'll bring:

  • Ambition that cannot be stemmed. 

  • Impatience for brilliance. 

  • As a future leader, a hunger to be your best self and deliver for your people. 

  • Unshakable integrity and self-belief. 

  • Previous experience a new business role is desired but not essential

Ready to make an Impact?

If you're passionate about Change Management in global environment, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team, please submit your application. We will be reviewing applications and reserve the right to close our job advertisements early.

Location(s)

Newmarket - Auckland


 

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Business Development Manager position at heinz?
The salary for this Business Development Manager role at heinz is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Business Development Manager position at heinz located?
This Business Development Manager role at heinz is based in Newmarket - Auckland. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Business Development Manager role at heinz full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Business Development Manager role in the 7777 HJ Heinz Company (NZ) Ltd Company department at heinz.
Which team or department does the Business Development Manager at heinz belong to?
This Business Development Manager position is part of the 7777 HJ Heinz Company (NZ) Ltd Company department at heinz. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Business Development Manager position at heinz?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to heinz's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Business Development Manager job at heinz posted?
This Business Development Manager position at heinz was posted on Jun 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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