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Business operations jobs in New Zealand.
522 open roles, 147 posted this week, most paying $129k to $179k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.
- Business operations11 days agoAuckland$45.00-$90.00 an hourContract
- Business operations10 days ago
Site Leader - Roofing Industries
Roofing Industries · 201-1000 employees
A New Zealand manufacturer and supplier of metal roofing, cladding, rainwater, and related building products, part of the Vulcan Steel Group.
Christchurch, CanterburyOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages peopleManaging site performance · Leading team · Driving sales
5+ yrsMinimum 5 years in sales/operations leadership in a multi-site network; strong P&L and stock management; proven leadership in warehouse/sales; valid work visa or right to work in New Zealand; pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol test.
Retirement savings - Business operations11 days ago
Expressions of Interest - Business Transformation (Health) - Business Consulting
EY · 5001+ employees
A global professional services firm providing consulting, assurance, tax, and transaction services.
WellingtonFull timeSeniorManages peopleLeading health engagements · Developing evidence-based advice · Coaching team members
Parental leaveGenerous leave - Business operations11 days ago
Demand Planning Manager
Gallagher Group · 1001-5000 employees
A New Zealand-founded technology company protecting critical infrastructure and supporting innovative solutions globally.
Hamilton, WaikatoOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages peopleLeading demand planning · Improving forecasting accuracy · Supporting system implementation
5+ yrs5+ years demand planning experience with forecasting, demand reviews, and cross-functional collaboration; strong analytical skills; tertiary qualification in supply chain or related; ERP and planning systems knowledge; advanced Excel and Power BI; SAP IBP or APO-DP advantageous.
- Business operations11 days ago
Principal Advisor Office of the Executive Regional Director, Northern
Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees
A public health organization providing hospital and medical services in New Zealand.
Manukau, Auckland+1 moreOnsiteFull timeSeniorProviding strategic advice · Analyzing regional performance · Supporting program delivery
Experience leading complex work programmes, strong governance and analytical skills, proven relationship building, strategic thinking, excellent communication, tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Business operations11 days ago
Bank Manager - Tokoroa and Taumarunui
Westpac New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees
A New Zealand bank focused on building a fairer and stronger New Zealand for its people, customers, and communities.
Tokoroa, Waikato+1 moreOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages peopleLeading branches · Developing teams · Driving performance
Proven recent experience as a successful leader; highly developed interpersonal, networking, and communication skills; expert knowledge of financial services; demonstrated experience leading change; strong commitment to coaching and developing others.
Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings - Business operations12 days ago
Principal Advisor, Strategy and Performance
NZ Ombudsman · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Wellington$135.7k-$178.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorProviding strategic advice · Leading complex work · Mentoring team members
Relevant tertiary qualification preferably in public or administrative law; deep understanding of Ombudsman jurisdiction; expert understanding of national and international law; significant experience in strategic analysis, policy, and high-quality advice; proven mentoring skills; legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.
Generous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Health · 1001-5000 employees
The steward of New Zealand's health system and lead advisor to Government on health.
Wellington$88.2k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry levelShaping policy · Preparing advice · Supporting implementation
Tertiary qualification in public policy, health, or related field; understanding of public policy and machinery of government; excellent written communication; strong relationship-building skills; policy experience preferred.
Generous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Consulting - Management Consulting - Associate Director
PwC · 1001-5000 employees
A global professional services firm building trust in society and solving important problems.
AucklandOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages peopleLeading project teams · Partnering with clients · Coaching team members
Experience working with clients to understand requirements and deliver outcomes; ability to provide specialist expertise on project teams; strong communication and presentation skills; commercial curiosity; continuous improvement mindset.
Parental leaveGenerous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Principal Advisor, Strategy and Performance - OPCAT
NZ Ombudsman · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Wellington$135.7k-$178.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorProviding strategic advice · Developing strategy · Monitoring performance
Relevant tertiary qualification preferably in public or administrative law; deep understanding of Ombudsman jurisdiction; expert knowledge of national and international law; significant experience in strategic analysis, policy, and performance roles; proven mentoring and coaching skills.
Generous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Consulting - Management Consulting - Associate Director
PwC New Zealand
AucklandFull timeSeniorLeading project teams · Partnering with clients · Designing consulting solutions
Experience working with clients to understand requirements, deliver outcomes and support complex projects
Parental leaveGenerous leave - Business operations12 days agoNew ZealandContractMid level
Completing operational tasks · Checking required inputs · Recording decisions and actions
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to manage operational tasks and records consistently; able to maintain clear decision, ownership and action records; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup
- Business operations12 days agoNew ZealandContractMid level
Completing operational tasks · Checking required inputs · Recording outcomes and actions
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to manage daily operational tasks and records consistently; able to align progress reporting with current owner updates; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup
- Business operations12 days ago
Assistant General Manager
Gallagher · 5001+ employees
A global insurance brokerage and risk management firm helping clients face risk with confidence.
Hamilton, WaikatoFull timePartnering on growth priorities · Leading cross-functional initiatives · Preparing teams for markets
- Business operations12 days agoNew ZealandContractMid level
Analyzing operational records · Checking data completeness · Recording process findings
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; ability to analyze operational performance records consistently against measures and procedures; ability to prepare complete handoffs; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup
- Business operations12 days ago
Branch Manager
Persol
Dunedin, OtagoFull timeManages peopleLeading branch operations · Managing customer relationships · Driving business growth
Strong background in welding, engineering, fabrication, or a related industry; proven technical knowledge and industry experience
- Business operations12 days ago
Customer Operations Lead
Avanti Finance
Auckland$85k-$100k a yearFull timeSeniorHandling complex matters · Supporting recovery strategies · Coaching team members
5+ yrs5+ years’ collections, recoveries or credit operations experience; complex secured and unsecured lending portfolio experience; property, securities and credit administration exposure; legal recoveries knowledge; financial services experience; CCCFA, Privacy Act and responsible lending knowledge
- Business operations12 days ago
Senior Advisor Asset Planning
Nelson City Council
NelsonFull timeCoordinating asset plans · Analyzing investment priorities · Preparing governance reports
Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, planning, asset management or a related discipline; experience coordinating or contributing to AMPs, an Infrastructure Strategy, LTP or annual planning in a complex organisation; experience in governance reporting and legislative and regulatory compliance
Generous leave - Business operations12 days agoNew ZealandContractMid level
Mapping business needs · Tracing current processes · Recording outcome gaps
At least 18 years old; able to communicate in English; able to analyze business needs and process evidence consistently; able to reconcile status conflicts while preserving their source; reliable high-speed internet and suitable home-working setup
- Business operations12 days ago
Site Operations Manager
Griffin's Snacks
AucklandFull timeSeniorManages peopleLeading manufacturing operations · Embedding continuous improvement · Managing operational budgets
Experience leading manufacturing in a large or complex environment; track record developing leaders and leading transformation; exposure to significant capital projects
- Business operations12 days agoNew ZealandContractMid level
Labeling diverse datasets · Auditing AI outputs · Documenting recurring errors
High-speed internet access; personal computer meeting minimum system requirements; strong written and spoken English; residency and work authorization in the United States or Canada
- Business operations11 days ago
Change Management Consultant (M365 Adoption focussed)
Engage Squared · 51-200 employees
An award-winning technology consultancy specializing in modern workplaces with Microsoft technologies.
Auckland+1 moreHybridFull timeMid levelConducting change assessments · Developing change strategies · Delivering training
NZ citizenship required for security clearances; excellent communication; working knowledge of Microsoft 365; understanding of PROSCI or similar change management methodologies; stakeholder engagement and training facilitation experience.
- Business operations11 days ago
Municipal Contracts Manager
Waste Management · 1001-5000 employees
A waste management company providing recycling and resource recovery services.
Auckland$105k-$115k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages peopleManaging operations · Leading teams · Meeting financial targets
Experience managing mid-sized teams, strong computer skills, ability to interpret P&L, high business acumen, and strong communication. Must be in New Zealand with current work visa/residency or citizenship.
- Business operations11 days ago
Graduate Policy Advisor
Inland Revenue Department · 1001-5000 employees
A government department that develops, manages, and communicates tax and social policy.
WellingtonOnsiteFull timeNo experience neededConducting research · Developing policy options · Preparing legislation
Graduate or graduated within past three years; strong academic background; critical and conceptual thinking; effective communication; application with CV, cover letter, academic transcript, and writing sample.
- Business operations11 days ago
Associate Buyer - Toys
The Warehouse Group · 5001+ employees
New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.
AucklandHybridFull timeMid levelDeveloping product strategies · Analyzing sales data · Managing product ranges
1+ yr1-3 years buying/category management or related retail commercial experience; strong commercial curiosity; confident communication and negotiation; data analysis skills; organized with attention to detail.
Parental leaveGenerous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Director of Revenue Management
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Christchurch, CanterburyFull timeSeniorAnalyzing revenue data · Managing pricing strategy · Communicating market direction
- Business operations12 days ago
Business Analyst
Suncorp Group
Christchurch, CanterburyFull timeEliciting requirements · Facilitating workshops · Mapping business processes
Business Analyst experience in a project or transformation environment; requirements gathering, process mapping and documentation skills; workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement experience; knowledge of agile and/or waterfall methodologies
Generous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Service Delivery Manager
Fujitsu · 5001+ employees
A global leader in technology and business solutions that transform organizations and the world around us.
KapitiFull timeManages peopleLeading contracted service delivery · Coordinating delivery teams · Managing service performance
5+ yrsAt least five years’ experience in service delivery management or a related role; knowledge of service delivery practices and standards; experience in customer engagement, operational governance, and managing financial and commercial aspects of contracted services
- Business operations12 days ago
Associate Director - Workday Finance Lead
KPMG New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees
A professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services, committed to fueling prosperity in New Zealand.
AucklandFull timeManages peopleLeading Workday Finance stream · Translating finance requirements · Building team capability
Experience leading an end-to-end Workday Finance stream; expertise in one or more Workday Financial Management areas; client and delivery leadership
Parental leaveGenerous leave - Business operations12 days ago
Club Manager - Les Mills Christchurch
Les Mills · 201-1000 employees
A global fitness company creating a fitter planet through group exercise programs and digital subscriptions.
Christchurch, CanterburyOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages peopleLeading team · Managing club operations · Driving profitability
5+ yrs5+ years leading a large department or small business; proven people leadership in fitness industry; strong business acumen; budget formulation and execution; relevant tertiary qualification; ability to work autonomously; commitment to healthy lifestyle.
Business operations jobs by place
- Business operations jobs in Auckland197
- Business operations jobs in Wellington132
- Business operations jobs in Canterbury48
- Business operations jobs in Christchurch40
- Business operations jobs in Waikato32
- Business operations jobs in Hamilton17
- Business operations jobs in Otago15
- Business operations jobs in Bay of Plenty9
- Business operations jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui8
- Business operations jobs in Dunedin8
- Business operations jobs in Nelson7
- Business operations jobs in Northland6
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About business operations jobs in New Zealand
There are 522 roles open for business operations jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 147 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.
Of these, 443 full time, 9 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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