Application Guide
How to Apply for Business Development Manager
at Landis+Gyr
🏢 About Landis+Gyr
Landis+Gyr is a global leader in smart grid technology, specifically focused on creating energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact. Their work in New Zealand positions them at the forefront of sustainable energy infrastructure, making this role ideal for someone passionate about combining business development with meaningful environmental contributions.
About This Role
This Business Development Manager role involves proactively securing new business through networking, events, and cold outreach while building partnerships across property, energy, and infrastructure sectors in New Zealand. You'll represent Thundergrid (a Landis+Gyr solution) at industry events and contribute to sales forecasting and pricing strategies, directly impacting the company's growth in sustainable energy solutions.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve prospecting new business through targeted outreach, attending industry networking events or conferences, and developing partnership strategies with property or infrastructure companies. You'd also spend time preparing sales forecasts, coordinating with internal teams on pricing strategies, and representing Thundergrid at relevant forums across New Zealand.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Landis+Gyr Is Looking For
- Has 5+ years of B2B sales experience in technology, energy, utilities, or property sectors with documented success meeting sales targets
- Demonstrates proven ability to build relationships at all organizational levels, particularly in the New Zealand property and infrastructure sectors
- Possesses strong leadership skills with experience managing stakeholders in complex sales environments
- Is comfortable with proactive outreach methods including cold calling, social media, and industry event networking
📝 Tips for Applying to Landis+Gyr
Highlight specific experience with New Zealand's property, energy, or infrastructure sectors in your resume
Quantify your sales achievements in previous B2B roles, especially any experience with technology or energy solutions
Mention any existing relationships with New Zealand industry associations, government forums, or relevant conferences
Demonstrate understanding of Thundergrid's positioning within Landis+Gyr's smart grid solutions
Show how your networking and relationship-building skills align with the partnership-focused approach described in the job description
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience in the New Zealand market and relevant sectors (property, energy, infrastructure)', 'Examples of successful B2B sales in technology or energy solutions with quantifiable results', 'Your approach to building long-term partnerships rather than just transactional sales', 'How your skills align with representing Thundergrid at industry events and forums']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Landis+Gyr's specific projects and presence in New Zealand's energy sector
- → Thundergrid's features and how it fits into smart grid solutions
- → Current energy efficiency initiatives and regulations in New Zealand
- → Key players in New Zealand's property, energy, and infrastructure sectors
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with generic sales experience without specific New Zealand market or relevant sector knowledge
- Focusing only on transactional sales rather than partnership-building approaches
- Failing to demonstrate understanding of smart grid technology or Landis+Gyr's environmental mission
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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