Headwaters is redefining New Zealand lamb. In partnership with Alliance Group, their Lumina Lamb programme brings together leading genetics, innovative farmers, and premium global markets to deliver a truly differentiated product. With strong demand driving rapid growth – over 250,000 lambs last year alone – Headwaters is creating real value for farmers while building a world-class brand at the premium end of the market.
This is your opportunity to be at the heart of it. For more information, please visit http://www.headwaters.nz and http://www.luminafarms.com
The Role
Reporting to the CEO, this is a senior field-based sales and leadership role. You’ll be out on farm, building trusted relationships, growing your network, leading a small team of regionally based Territory Managers, and driving commercial outcomes. You will:
- Develop and grow a high-performing farmer network
- Lead, coach and support a team of 3 Territory Managers across New Zealand
- Lead ram sales and close opportunities
- Partner closely with farmers to optimise breeding and production systems
- Identify growth opportunities and drive supply into a premium global brand
- Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and consistent delivery across the team
- Represent Headwaters at sales events, field days, and industry forums This role suits someone who thrives on being in front of clients – not behind a desk – and who can manage their time, back themselves, and deliver results.
What You Bring
- Experience within the agri sector
- Respected leadership experience
- Proven ability to build relationships and close sales
- Commercial mindset with a focus on outcomes
- Self-starter who manages their own territory and time effectively
- Confident communicator who can translate technical insight into real-world value.
If you’re motivated by relationships, results, and representing one of New Zealand’s best premium products on the world stage – this is worth a conversation.
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To Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining the skills and experience you would bring to this role. Initial confidential enquiries regarding this opportunity are welcome by contacting David Clausen 021 918 873 or Odette Shearer 021 270 8657.
Applications close Friday 10th July 2026.