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Business operations jobs in New Zealand.

525 open roles, 148 posted this week, most paying $129k to $179k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Business operationsYesterday

    Category Manager

    Frog Recruitment

    Auckland
    Full time

    Executing category strategies · Managing category P&L · Negotiating supplier terms

    End-to-end category management experience in retail or eCommerce, including independent commercial and P&L accountability; demonstrated success improving revenue, margins, profitability, inventory performance and supplier outcomes

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Facilities Coordinator

    Canon New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    A Canon group company providing business services and facilities management solutions.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Managing projects · Conducting inspections · Coordinating contractors

    Full NZ driver's license preferred; excellent communication and organizational skills; understanding of risk assessment and risk management preferred; knowledge of building compliance; strong administration skills; MS Office proficiency; ability to remain calm under pressure.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Contracts Manager

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing contracts · Overseeing purchase orders · Monitoring budgets

    Relevant degree in commercial management, quantity surveying, procurement, business, or law; experience in contracts/commercial management; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; valid New Zealand working rights.

    Relocation support
  • Business operations2 days ago

    IBP Strategy & Process Lead

    Zespri Group Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A global marketer of kiwifruit dedicated to helping people, communities, and the environment thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit.

    Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Developing IBP reporting strategy · Embedding reporting standards · Building analytical capability

    Relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain, information systems, or related; strong IBP/S&OP knowledge; experience with planning systems and SAP IBP beneficial; ERP, WMS, MRP understanding; analytical and communication skills.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Manager Leasing

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Leading teams · Negotiating leases · Managing portfolio

    10+ yrsDegree or relevant tertiary qualification (law, property, planning) or equivalent experience; 10+ years managing complex property portfolios; 7+ years leading teams in a political environment; proven negotiation and mediation success.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Team Leader Leasing

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading leasing team · Coaching team members · Managing work programmes

    5+ yrsDegree or relevant tertiary qualification (law, property, business management) or equivalent experience; 5+ years property management and/or community engagement; 5+ years local government, change management, and business process improvement; proven people leadership.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Manager

    Ministry of Health · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Providing strategic advice · Overseeing planning and performance · Managing governance frameworks

    Experience managing internal business functions in a government department, proven people leadership, strong strategic thinking, relationship management, and commitment to equity and Treaty of Waitangi obligations.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Digital Experience Manager

    Fujitsu · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in technology and business solutions that transform organizations and the world around us.

    Kapiti
    Full time

    Analysing customer feedback · Managing improvement plans · Governing customer relationships

    5+ yrsMinimum 5 years’ relevant experience; ITIL certification or equivalent practical IT service management experience; willingness to participate in an on-call roster

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Contracts Manager

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Otago
    Full time

    Managing contractual obligations · Overseeing purchase orders · Monitoring supplier performance

    Relevant degree or qualification in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Business, Law or a related discipline; experience in contracts, commercial management, procurement or quantity surveying; experience managing multiple supplier contracts, maintenance services and project arrangements; valid New Zealand working rights

    Relocation support
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Site Operations Manager

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Otago
    Full timeManages people

    Managing site operations · Overseeing maintenance activities · Coordinating contractors and projects

    10+ yrsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or a relevant discipline; 10+ years' experience in mission-critical environments; proven experience leading site operations and managing technical teams; valid New Zealand working rights

    Relocation support
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Faculty Manager - Dentistry

    University of Otago · 1001-5000 employees

    A university providing primary health care services to students through a multidisciplinary team.

    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Leading faculty operations · Driving operational planning · Aligning stakeholders

    Extensive experience in strategic and operational planning, reporting, and workforce analysis; demonstrated ability to lead complex change at scale; proven experience in business administration and project management; eligible to work in New Zealand

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Manager

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

    The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing business functions · Providing strategic advice · Overseeing planning and performance

    Experience managing internal business functions in a government department, proven people leadership, strategic thinking, relationship management, and ability to deliver work programmes.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor Planning, Performance & Improvement

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $133.6k-$148.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading regulatory planning · Monitoring performance · Driving continuous improvement

    Tertiary qualification in public policy, business, law, data analytics or related field, or equivalent experience in regulatory/government environment; proven planning, performance monitoring, and assurance experience; strong communication and stakeholder skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Group General Manager Client Service Delivery

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $262.2k-$349.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading service delivery · Managing senior teams · Building partnerships

    Significant leadership experience in a large, complex service-focused organization; experience leading senior leaders and geographically dispersed teams; strong communication and relationship skills; understanding of government and public service; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Contract Advisor

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $79.2k-$95.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating contracts · Ensuring compliance · Liaising with providers

    Proven experience in contract coordination and administration within a regulatory environment; understanding of commissioning, contract law, and contract management systems; stakeholder liaison; intermediate Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Advisor

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

    The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing strategic advice · Managing business performance · Supporting leadership decisions

    Experience in a business function within a government department, ability to analyze business information, proven organizational skills, critical thinking, strong communication, and ability to work in a team.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor, DCE DSS

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $163.4k-$217.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading complex projects · Building capability

    Significant experience providing strategic advice to executive leadership; ability to operate in complex environments; strong systems thinking, political nous, and stakeholder engagement; excellent written and critical thinking skills.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    NZ Qualifications Authority · 201-1000 employees

    A government authority ensuring New Zealand qualifications are recognized and respected, maintaining assessment integrity.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Group General Manager Client Service Delivery

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry helping New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading service delivery · Developing leadership teams · Building partnerships

    Significant leadership experience in a large, complex service-focused organisation; experience leading senior leaders and geographically dispersed teams; strong communication and relationship skills; understanding of government and public service; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Principal Advisor - Business Services

    New Zealand Qualifications Authority · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading governance work · Coordinating divisional responses

    Extensive public-sector experience including machinery of government, ministerial processes, and parliamentary requirements; strong track record of strategic advice to senior leaders; exceptional written communication; ability to coordinate complex responses; right to live and work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations2 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Overseeing site operations · Leading hospitality teams · Handling resident enquiries

    Full New Zealand Driver Licence

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Category Assistant – Butchery 6months Fixed Term

    Foodstuffs North Island Limited · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand grocery cooperative operating New World, PAK'nSAVE, and Four Square stores.

    Auckland
    Contract

    Managing product administration · Coordinating promotional activity · Analyzing promotion performance

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Manager

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Providing strategic business advice · Overseeing group planning · Establishing governance frameworks

    Experience managing internal business functions in a government department; proven people leadership; proven experience developing and delivering a work programme

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Advisor

    Ministry of Health New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing strategic advice · Managing group planning · Leading accountability activities

    Experience in a business function within a government department; ability to analyse business information and present it to senior audiences

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Business Advisor

    ACC New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A trusted organization providing care, supporting recovery, and promoting injury prevention in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $90.0k-$110.0k a yearFull time

    Advising senior leaders · Overseeing finances and contracts · Supporting planning and reporting

    Experience in financial management; finance and contract oversight experience; experience providing high-quality written advice and communication; Wellington based; New Zealand work rights at application

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago
    Nelson City, Nelson
    Full timeManages people

    Leading frontline teams · Embedding safety culture · Improving operational efficiency

    Working rights in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Operations Lead

    Hutt City Council · 201-1000 employees

    A city council building a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all people thrive.

    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading lifeguard teams · Overseeing facility operations · Managing staff rosters

    Current Pool Lifeguard Competency Certificate or Pool Lifeguard Skills Award; current First Aid Certificate; swimming pool water treatment certificate; team leadership or supervisory experience

    Generous leave
  • Business operations1 day ago

    Strategic Advisor Māori

    Ministry of Education · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry shaping an equitable education system for all students in New Zealand.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty+1 more
    $120.2k-$145.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading stakeholder engagement · Supporting Maori achievement

    Developed networks with iwi and Maori organisations; te reo Maori ability; critical thinking; senior experience in a large government organisation; full driver licence; travel required; adherence to Public Service Standards.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations1 day ago

    Category Assistant – Butchery 6months Fixed Term

    Foodstuffs · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand grocery cooperative operating New World, PAK'nSAVE, and Four Square stores.

    Auckland
    OnsiteContractNo experience needed

    Managing product administration · Supporting price changes · Coordinating promotional activity

    Excellent organization, communication, analytical skills, attention to detail, intermediate Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Grocery/FMCG/retail experience beneficial but not essential.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations1 day ago

    Senior Business Manager

    Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V · 5001+ employees

    A creative agency that makes brands unignorable through big, beautiful and effective ideas.

    Wellington+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing client relationships · Leading strategic planning · Mentoring junior staff

    6+ yrs6+ years media experience, ideally agency; senior client-facing or planning role; strategic channel planning, media buying, budget management, mentoring junior team members.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave

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About business operations jobs in New Zealand

There are 525 roles open for business operations jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 148 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 445 full time, 10 part time and 36 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $129k to $179k a year.

Most are in Auckland (197), Wellington (132) and Canterbury (48).

1 ad says the employer will support a visa.

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