Branch Manager / Senior Sales & Operations Lead

  • New Zealand
  • Auckland
  • Permanent
  • $3K commission monthly + 18k Car Allowance

πŸ“ Māngere, Auckland

πŸ•’ On-site | Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm

πŸ’Ό Permanent | Competitive Salary + up to $3K monthly commission & 18k Car Allowance

Lead from the front in a growth-focused branch transformation πŸš€

Talent’s client is expanding their direct operations across New Zealand, starting with Auckland. We’re looking for a driven and hands-on leader to step into a Branch Manager (or Senior Sales & Ops Lead) role with a clear sales Branch Manager / Senior Sales & Operations Lead – Surveillance Solutions mandate and the potential to scale into a regional leadership position.

About the Role

The Auckland branch has transitioned from an agency model to a full corporate operation. You’ll take charge of a small but critical team to rebuild market presence and customer base in the construction sector. The immediate focus is Auckland, but the scope could grow to include oversight of Bay of Plenty and Wellington as other agency branches are internalised.

You’ll report directly to the GM based in Australia and work closely with national leadership across sales and ops.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Win back clients and expand the construction customer base
  • Drive B2B sales and strategic engagement across major development and civil projects πŸ—οΈ
  • Lead a small, hands-on team with accountability for performance, safety, and delivery
  • Own OH&S responsibilities (including monthly compliance sign-offs)
  • Liaise with other NZ agents and support operations across the North Island
  • Deliver against clear KPIs: unit utilisation, sales growth, and client retention

What They’re Looking for in Sales Acumen

  • Sold to construction, infrastructure, or civil customers
  • Knows how to win back clients and drive repeat business
  • Has existing relationships or networks in the Auckland construction scene
  • Proactively generate leads, reconnect with former clients, and bring in new business
  • Understands how the rental cycle works (e.g. 8-9 month surveillance unit hire periods)
  • Can identify and engage with the right decision-makers (project/site managers, not just front-line workers)
  • Brings practical commercial instincts-can make strong but sensible offers
  • Uses on-the-ground insights to guide where the business should focus next

We’re Also Looking For

  • Experience in rental sales, B2B services, or surveillance tech
  • Comfortable in a hands-on leadership role
  • Familiarity with health & safety and structured reporting
  • Exposure to multi-site or distributed operations (ideal for regional growth)

What’s in It for You

  • Permanent opportunity with strong growth trajectory 🌱
  • Salary $120-150k base + up to $3K/month performance bonus
  • Car allowance ($18,000/year)
  • Laptop, mobile phone, iPad and PPE provided πŸ’»πŸ“±
  • Training trip to Sydney for onboarding
  • High-trust culture with collaborative support across ANZ
  • Autonomy and career progression toward a North Island leadership role

Working Hours & Location

  • Fully on-site at the Māngere branch
  • 7am-4pm, Monday to Friday
  • Some domestic travel may be required

Important to Note

  • Must have full NZ working rights (citizenship, residency or valid work visa)
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role

Ready to lead with purpose and rebuild a high-performing sales-led operation?

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