60762 Business Manager Commercial Services - Public Services - Plant & Food Research

Commercial Group Flexible Location, New Zealand : Wellington 60762 Hours: Full-time, Permanent Help connect government priorities with world-leading science that shapes New Zealand's future. Build influential relationships with government agencies and key decision-makers. Drive commercial growth by connecting public sector priorities with world-leading science. Make a meaningful impact through science that supports New Zealand's environmental, economic, and social outcomes. Business Manager - Public Sector Commercial Group Flexible Location, New Zealand : Wellington Vacancy Number: 60762 Hours: Full-time, Permanent Help connect government priorities with world-leading science that shapes New Zealand's future. Build influential relationships with government agencies and key decision-makers. Drive commercial growth by connecting public sector priorities with world-leading science. Make a meaningful impact through science that supports New Zealand's environmental, economic, and social outcomes. What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua You will be responsible for developing and managing strategic relationships across New Zealand's public sector, helping government agencies access Bioeconomy Science Institute's science capability to solve complex challenges. You Will Develop and grow a portfolio of government clients, identifying and securing new commercial opportunities. Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across ministries, agencies, and funding organisations. Partner with scientists and technical experts to shape proposals, contracts, and solutions that meet client needs. Manage the commercial interface between clients and science teams, ensuring successful contract delivery and client satisfaction. Monitor government priorities, funding opportunities, and market trends to support business growth and strategic decision-making. What you will bring | Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial leadership, ideally within a science, research, technical, or professional services environment. Demonstrated success building and managing relationships with New Zealand government or public sector organisations. Strong understanding of government procurement, contracting, and funding environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills. Commercial acumen, including experience managing contracts, budgets, and revenue targets. The ability to translate complex technical or scientific concepts into client-focused solutions. A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams. Why Join Us? The Bioeconomy Science Institute is New Zealand's newest Public Research Organisation, bringing together world-leading expertise to power a circular, resilient, and prosperous bioeconomy. We answer complex biological questions, design innovative products and technologies, and look over the horizon for new ways to grow a smart, green future. Through science, we help create new opportunities across agriculture, horticulture, forestry, biotechnology, environmental management, and beyond. A copy of the Position Description is available for you to view once you click on the Apply button. What you will get | Ngā hua o tēnei tūranga At Plant & Food Research Group, we offer excellent employee benefits and flexibility, such as; Four weeks annual leave, additional 7 days’ leave and generous paid parental leave Excellent benefit choices in retirement savings and wellbeing & health Focus on health and wellbeing with enhanced sick leave Ongoing career development opportunities Flexible work – hybrid working options and flexible hours About us | Ko wai mātou We've built something new. AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion have come together to form the Bioeconomy Science Institute. We are more than 2200 people working to support the growth and resilience of the bioeconomy in New Zealand and beyond. Together, our world-class science can do more to advance innovation in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, biotechnology and manufacturing; protect and enhance ecosystems from biosecurity threats and climate risks; and develop new bio-based technologies and products. This position sits under the current Plant & Food Research group of the Bioeconomy Science Institute. For further details about the Bioeconomy Science Institute can be found on our website, watch this Bioeconomy Science Institute short clip. We welcome applicants who are excited to join us on this change journey. #J-18808-Ljbffr