About this role
Company Description
SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
Join SGS Industries & Environment and help drive the growth of our Industrial Valve Engineering services, with a key focus on Remote Diagnostic Monitoring solutions for vibration analysis, and industrial labour supply.
About the Role
We’re seeking a driven and proactive Business Development Manager to uncover new opportunities, lead the full sales cycle, and build strong client relationships across New Zealand. You’ll shape market strategy, secure new business, and maximise revenue growth in a fast‑paced technical environment. This role will be based in either Auckland or Hamilton.
What You’ll Do
- Identify and secure new business opportunities.
- Lead the sales process from prospecting to contract award.
- Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships.
- Conduct market analysis on customer needs, pricing, and trends.
- Develop and execute key account strategies.
- Promote Remote Diagnostic Monitoring and vibration analysis services.
- Drive sales activity including cold outreach and face‑to‑face meetings.
- Track performance against KPIs, targets, and revenue goals.
- Represent SGS at industry events and functions.
Qualifications
What You Will Bring
- A true hunter mindset — confident in cold calling, prospecting, and presenting.
- 2+ years’ experience in business development or technical sales in a related field.
- Strong technical and operational understanding, ideally within industrial services.
- A proven track record in Account Management, Sales, or Business Development.
- Experience or strong knowledge of the Vibration Analysis sector (preferred).
- Exceptional customer service and relationship‑building skills.
Additional Information
Why SGS?
- Play a key role in expanding a high‑value service line.
- Work with global experts and innovative technologies.
- Competitive salary and development opportunities.
If you're ready to take the lead in driving growth and delivering high‑value industrial solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join us in shaping the future of industrial engineering services in New Zealand.
Other facts
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
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What you'll do
- The Business Development Manager will identify and secure new business opportunities while leading the sales process from prospecting to contract award. They will also build and maintain strong client relationships and promote Remote Diagnostic Monitoring and vibration analysis services.
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