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Business operations jobs in New Zealand.

218 open roles, 94 posted this week, most paying $123k to $158k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Change Analyst

    Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand government ministry focused on long-term growth and change of towns, cities, and regions.

    Wellington
    $91.4k-$110.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Supporting change analysis · Coordinating change activity · Preparing practical material

    Experience supporting change activity in programme, transformation, reform or organisational environments; strong analytical, coordination, communication and stakeholder engagement skills; understanding of change management approaches.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Strategy Analyst (26941)

    Fonterra · 5001+ employees

    An Aotearoa New Zealand dairy co-operative owned by farming families, realizing the potential of New Zealand dairy nutrition.

    New Zealand
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Developing strategy · Analyzing data · Supporting projects

    No specific requirements stated.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Business Analyst

    Kiwibank · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand bank focused on making a difference for all Kiwi through flexibility, growth, and challenging work.

    Auckland+1 more
    OnsiteContractSenior

    Eliciting requirements · Analyzing business processes · Translating business needs

    Proven banking experience, strong business process analysis, data interpretation, product-led environment experience, requirements elicitation, large-scale transformation delivery, stakeholder engagement, and risk translation skills.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Butchery Specialist

    Foodstuffs North Island Limited · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand grocery cooperative operating New World, PAK'nSAVE, and Four Square stores with a large supply chain network.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Coaching store teams · Analyzing category data · Implementing best practices

    Strong butchery experience, ideally as a manager; understanding of meat cuts, yields, waste control, production planning; data-driven mindset; SAP experience; exceptional coaching skills; full driver's licence; willingness to travel regularly.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Team Coordinator

    KPMG New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Coordinating design projects · Managing workflow · Supporting stakeholders

    3+ yrsAround 3 years' experience in administration or coordination, ideally in corporate or professional services; strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills; proficiency with workflow tools and shared systems.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Senior Workforce Planning and Optimisation Specialist

    Air New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A leading airline connecting people across New Zealand and the world, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and innovation.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading cross-functional projects · Optimizing crew utilization · Conducting cost-benefit analyses

    Proven leadership in airline workforce management, deep expertise in rostering and resource planning, experience with air or ground resource groups, advanced data modeling, strategic thinking, and understanding of regulatory and union requirements.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Head of Cash Services

    Bank of New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    The bank for New Zealand, serving customers and helping communities prosper.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading cash services · Setting strategy · Managing suppliers

    Senior leadership experience in regulated service delivery, risk, commercial management, and transformation; strong analytical, influencing, and relationship-management skills; experience in cash services, banking operations, or comparable regulated environment.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Head of Commercial - Merchandise

    Foodstuffs South Island Limited · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket brand offering grocery retail services.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading commercial performance · Partnering with stakeholders · Developing high-performing teams

    Experience leading teams in commercial FMCG, retail or merchandise environment; track record of translating commercial opportunities into results; strong commercial and financial acumen; CA qualification desirable.

    Parental leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Senior Advisor (Operational Resilience)

    Reserve Bank of New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    New Zealand's central bank, guardian of the financial ecosystem, contributing to economic wellbeing and prosperity.

    Wellington+1 more
    $176.1k-$205.4k a yearHybridFull timeContractSenior

    Leading policy projects · Providing expert advice · Coaching team members

    15+ yrs15+ years professional experience in public policy, regulation, financial services or related field; degree in economics, finance, law or related discipline; eligibility for NZ National Security Clearance; knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Retail Operations Specialist (14 month fixed term contract)

    New Zealand Lotteries Commission · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing innovative healthcare delivery in the Counties Manukau region of New Zealand.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Managing retailer lifecycle · Maintaining CRM records · Resolving retailer enquiries

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years' experience in administration or operations, ideally in retail, call centre or customer service; proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn SAP, CRM and DocuSign.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    People & Culture Business Analyst

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    One of Asia Pacific's largest independent advisory, design, and engineering consultancies, focused on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Eliciting requirements · Analyzing processes · Facilitating workshops

    5+ yrs5+ years as a Business Analyst on large complex projects; experience gathering requirements, analyzing processes, facilitating workshops, and translating business needs into solutions.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Adviser

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry passionate about growing prosperity in the primary sector while respecting guardianship of natural resources.

    Wellington
    $78.0k-$91.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Managing procurement · Coordinating contracts · Providing advice

    Experience in procurement, contracting, or structured operational environment; tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills; must be New Zealand citizen or resident with 5-year verifiable background for Confidential security clearance.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Global Director of Operations

    Enatel · 201-1000 employees

    A hi-tech electronics company designing and manufacturing power electronic products, exporting over 95% of its output internationally.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Overseeing operations · Managing teams · Driving strategy

    No specific requirements stated.

  • Business operations2 days ago

    Director of Operations

    Pullman Hotels & Resorts · 5001+ employees

    A luxury hotel brand under Accor, operating Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading pre-opening · Driving operational strategy · Coaching operational teams

    Proven senior hotel operations leadership, ideally in premium or luxury hospitality; strong knowledge of Rooms, F&B, and hotel operations; commercial acumen; full working rights in New Zealand.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Team Manager

    Alfa Laval · 5001+ employees

    A global engineering company providing technologies and services for energy, food, water, and shipping.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading service team · Overseeing operations · Driving improvements

    Proven leadership in technical or service centre environment; strong people management and coaching; solid understanding of mechanical engineering and repair processes; commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction; full NZ working rights.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations4 days ago

    Manager Service Support

    Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry focused on creating a resilient and high-performing economy.

    Wellington+4 more
    $132.4k-$160.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Leading service teams · Driving technology adoption · Strengthening workforce planning

    Proven leadership in customer service or contact centre; workforce planning, forecasting, analytics, and change management experience; legal right to work in New Zealand; regular travel to Auckland, Christchurch, Porirua, and Palmerston North.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations4 days ago

    Strategy Planning and Performance Manager

    Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry representing New Zealand internationally and advancing its interests and values.

    Wellington
    $206.5k-$242.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Shaping portfolio strategy · Turning information into intelligence · Influencing investment decisions

    Significant experience leading strategy, planning, performance, asset management or transformation functions; strong analytical, commercial and financial judgement; NZ citizenship; ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance.

    Retirement savings
  • Business operations2 days ago

    Category Manager - Tools/Paint/Safety

    PlaceMakers · 5001+ employees

    A trusted building products business with market-leading brands for great design spaces.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing product categories · Developing category strategies · Negotiating supplier terms

    Experience in category or product management, proven ability to develop customer-centric strategies, strong supplier relationship skills, analytical and decision-making skills, legal right to work in NZ indefinitely, pre-employment checks including references, medical, drug test, and criminal background check.

    Study support
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Category Manager - Hobbies & Collectibles

    Mighty Ape · 51-200 employees

    An online retailer offering a wide range of products with a focus on customer service and team culture.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing product portfolio · Developing category strategies · Negotiating supplier relationships

    Proven commercial accountability for a product range, strong knowledge of hobbies/collectibles industry, advanced Excel skills, confident negotiation, and analytical judgment.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Commercial Manager

    Auckland Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand airport company managing infrastructure and commercial arrangements.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Developing commercial frameworks · Negotiating agreements · Providing financial evaluation

    10+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in property, finance, law or related; 10+ years in property, commercial management or infrastructure; experience negotiating complex commercial agreements; strong financial acumen.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Advisor, Senior Advisor or Principal Advisor - Commissioning Transformation

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing innovative healthcare delivery in the Counties Manukau region of New Zealand.

    Wellington
    OnsiteContractMid level

    Developing advice · Leading projects · Building relationships

    Relevant experience in commissioning, policy, investment, procurement, service design, or transformation; strong analytical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Branch Manager

    Marsh · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in risk, reinsurance, capital, people, investments, and management consulting.

    Dunedin, Otago
    HybridFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading branch operations · Managing client relationships · Developing team capability

    Proven experience in branch, team, or people leadership within financial services or insurance; strong knowledge of insurance broking and commercial account management; ability to manage budgets and compliance.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    Principal Advisor

    Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Wellington
    $145.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing strategic advice · Leading global health initiatives · Building international relationships

    Significant experience in strategic policy advice and leading complex work programmes; proven principal-level experience in international, multilateral, or foreign policy environments; strong stakeholder engagement; excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills; knowledge of government decision-making and Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    National Facility Manager

    ISS Facility Services · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in workplace and facility management services, connecting people and places to make the world work better.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading facility services · Managing maintenance programs · Coordinating contractors

    Significant facilities management experience in complex environments; strong knowledge of building services; experience with CMMS/CAFM; contractor management; budget management; HSEQ and compliance knowledge; leadership and stakeholder management skills.

  • Business operations3 days ago

    National Facilities Manager

    Linfox NZ · 5001+ employees

    A logistics company operating a multi-user distribution centre with a focus on safety, innovation, and customer excellence.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing facilities · Overseeing maintenance · Coordinating contractors

    Proven experience managing facilities, property services, maintenance programmes or capital works across multiple operational sites; strong contractor, supplier and stakeholder management; legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Senior Business Analyst

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government transport agency focused on creating a better New Zealand through transport systems.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Analyzing processes · Designing solutions · Implementing improvements

    Requires critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, documentation and process design experience, business requirements analysis, cross-functional collaboration, communication skills, and commitment to continuous improvement.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations4 days ago

    Department Manager - Nelson NZ

    Bunnings · 5001+ employees

    A leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand.

    Nelson
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading teams · Managing stock · Driving sales

    Retail or large customer-focused organization leadership experience; ability to lead 20+ team members, manage sales, merchandising, stock accuracy, loss prevention, safety compliance, rostering, and customer service.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations4 days ago

    Policy Analyst

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry providing social policy advice and income, employment, and housing support to New Zealanders.

    Wellington
    $79.2k-$95.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractNo experience needed

    Providing policy advice · Analyzing welfare systems · Managing stakeholders

    Strong analytical and critical thinking, track record producing quality policy advice, stakeholder management, clear communication, understanding of te Ao Māori and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Senior Business Analyst | Wellington

    Ministry of Social Development · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry providing social policy advice and income, employment, and housing support to New Zealanders.

    Wellington
    $103.8k-$126.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Analyzing business needs · Translating requirements · Facilitating workshops

    Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst in an Agile environment; ability to translate complex business needs into user stories; strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills; experience facilitating workshops and mentoring analysts.

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Kmart Rotorua NZ - Part time Duty Manager

    Kmart Australia · 5001+ employees

    A major Australia and New Zealand retailer offering affordable everyday merchandise.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    OnsitePart timeMid levelManages people

    Leading teams · Supporting operations · Closing stores

    Leadership experience and sound judgment to support store operations, motivate team members, maintain presentation standards, and complete closing tasks safely and accurately.

    Retirement savings

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