Straight from employers' career sites

Manager jobs in New Zealand.

1,522 open roles, 444 posted this week, most paying $87k to $178k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Human resources3 days ago

    Data & AI Workforce & Performance Manager

    IAG New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    The largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand, helping people and businesses manage risk.

    Auckland+2 more
    $154.6k-$231.8k a yearHybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading workforce planning · Managing performance · Developing talent

    Experience leading people in agile, product, technology, data, AI, digital or transformation environments; strong workforce planning and resource allocation; proven coaching and performance management; ability to influence leaders and operate in matrix environments.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Project management3 days ago

    Iteration Manager

    IAG New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    The largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand, helping people and businesses manage risk.

    Auckland+2 more
    $144.3k-$216.5k a yearHybridFull timeMid level

    Facilitating agile ceremonies · Coordinating work across teams · Monitoring delivery progress

    Experience supporting agile delivery in complex technology environments; strong understanding of Scrum, Kanban or other agile frameworks; ability to coordinate competing priorities and manage dependencies; experience facilitating workshops and ceremonies; confidence with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Data and analytics3 days ago

    Data & AI Delivery Manager

    IAG New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    The largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand, helping people and businesses manage risk.

    Auckland+2 more
    $173.2k-$259.8k a yearHybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading data product delivery · Guiding cross-functional teams · Driving migration initiatives

    Experience leading end-to-end delivery of data, analytics, AI or technology products; product lifecycle management; cross-functional team leadership; business insights delivery; continuous improvement mindset.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Sales3 days ago

    Kaitaki Taura Tangata ki Caltex - Caltex Relationship Manager

    Z Energy · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand transport energy company focused on delivering safe, secure, and reliable energy solutions.

    Auckland+3 more
    $100k-$120k a yearHybridFull timeMid level

    Managing retailer relationships · Facilitating site changeovers · Promoting marketing programs

    Sound account management and business development experience, strong commercial acumen, excellent communication, clean driver's license, flexibility for regular travel, and legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Hospitality3 days ago

    Kitchen & Beverage Manager

    AccorHotel · 5001+ employees

    A hospitality company operating Peppers Bluewater Resort, offering accommodation and dining experiences.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading teams · Overseeing operations · Driving sales

    Previous leadership experience in fast-paced hospitality; strong commercial instincts; knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and responsible service of alcohol (LCQ preferred or willingness to obtain); high energy and hands-on attitude.

  • Sales3 days ago

    Assistant Store Manager | Around NZ

    Lagardere AWPL · 5001+ employees

    A travel retail operator with over 150 stores across Australia and New Zealand, bringing big brands to life in airports and travel hubs.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Driving sales · Managing operations

    Previous junior management, supervisory or team leadership experience preferably in retail; availability for afternoon/evening closing shifts 3:15pm-11:45pm Sunday-Thursday; strong leadership, sales, customer service, visual merchandising, and cash handling skills; valid working rights and eligibility for Aviation Security ID Card.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Customer service4 days ago

    Duty Manager

    Avani Hotels & Resorts · 5001+ employees

    A global hotel brand offering accommodation and hospitality services.

    Queenstown, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading front office team · Managing guest arrivals · Resolving guest concerns

    Proven supervisory experience in hotel front office, extensive hospitality background, exceptional customer service, strong time management, professional presentation, flexibility for weekends and varying shifts.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Quality assurance4 days ago

    Programme Test Manager - CLR

    Bank of New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A fintech company building payment and digital asset infrastructure for businesses.

    Wellington
    HybridFull timeContractSeniorManages people

    Managing test programmes · Leading quality assurance · Developing relationships

    Programme Test Management on multiple large-scale, multi-vendor engagements; global delivery experience; proven ability to build inclusive high-performance teams; managed testing coverage and traceability using industry-leading testing and DevOps platforms.

    Generous leave
  • Business operations4 days ago

    Service Manager

    NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of New Zealand.

    Waikato
    $99.2k-$135.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading frontline teams · Managing staff capability · Implementing process changes

    Operational management experience, ideally in District Court and Tribunals; experience managing and developing staff; proven leadership; adaptability; strong interpersonal, analytical, and strategic skills.

    Generous leave
  • Project management4 days ago

    Project Manager

    Tātaki Auckland Unlimited · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Planning projects · Managing budgets · Coordinating stakeholders

    5+ yrs5+ years project management experience, including business (non-IT) projects; project management methodology, governance, reporting, financial management, stakeholder engagement; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; public sector experience beneficial.

  • Hospitality4 days ago

    Assistant Manager

    Wai Hospitality Group · 1-10 employees

    A hospitality group operating three established restaurants in Queenstown, New Zealand, focused on exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and positive team culture.

    Queenstown, Otago
    $33.00-$36.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing shift operations · Training staff · Handling guest complaints

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years' hospitality experience with leadership time; current Manager's Certificate; experience with hospitality POS and rostering systems; understanding of health and safety, food safety, and host responsibility; right to work in New Zealand.

    Visa sponsorshipRelocation support
  • Human resources4 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Driving learning strategy · Leading the L&D team · Partnering with senior leaders

    L&D leadership experience; track record designing and delivering capability strategies

    Parental leave
  • Business operations4 days ago
    Waikato District, Waikato
    Part timeSenior

    Operating robots remotely · Troubleshooting robot issues · Planning daily operations

    Experience managing workflows across distributed or remote teams; hands-on experience using or testing AI tools; familiarity with basic scripting, prototyping, dashboard creation, or workflow automation; general understanding of construction project phases and site operations

  • Sales4 days ago

    Assistant Store Manager - Porirua

    Michael Hill · 1001-5000 employees

    A jewellery retailer celebrating life's meaningful moments with craftsmanship and customer connection.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Supporting store leadership · Driving store performance · Coaching team members

    Proven sales experience

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Office Operations Manager

    Halter · 201-1000 employees

    A technology company enabling farmers and graziers to run productive and sustainable operations through innovative solutions.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing vendor relationships · Resolving office maintenance issues · Supporting event setup logistics

  • Sales4 days ago

    Account Manager (West Coast)

    Halter · 201-1000 employees

    A technology company enabling farmers and graziers to run productive and sustainable operations through innovative solutions.

    West Coast
    Full time

    Managing customer renewals · Supporting farm onboarding · Building farmer relationships

    3+ yrs3-5 years' experience in relationship management/account management roles; experience in dairy farming or the agriculture sector; strong business acumen

  • Sales4 days ago

    Sales Manager, New Zealand

    IMI Industrial Automation

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Managing strategic accounts · Developing OEM opportunities · Leading account managers

    Graduate or trade-level qualification; relevant industry experience; key account management and business development in a technical, engineering or industrial environment; technical solution-based selling; pneumatic equipment knowledge; Salesforce experience

  • Sales4 days ago

    Account Manager - Microbiology (New Zealand)

    Oxoid Remel Microbiology (Acquired from Thermo Fisher Scientific)

    New Zealand
    Full time

    Achieving sales targets · Managing territory accounts · Conducting product demonstrations

    2+ yrsBachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related discipline; 2–5 years’ experience in microbiology sales, product support, or laboratory-based microbiology; valid driver’s licence

  • Business operations4 days ago

    Critical Environment Operations Manager

    Microsoft · 5001+ employees

    A technology company that empowers people and organizations through cloud solutions and customer success.

    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Leading technical teams · Overseeing equipment operations · Maximizing environment availability

    2+ yrsHigh School Diploma or equivalent; 2+ years experience of mission-critical service management; NZ Citizenship or NZ PR; ability to pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check

  • Hospitality4 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading venue operations · Recruiting and mentoring teams · Managing budgets and revenue

    Proven leadership experience in hospitality, catering, premium food service, clubs, restaurants, venues, or event-driven environments; New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa

  • Sales4 days ago

    Senior Account Manager

    Steel & Tube Holdings Ltd

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing customer portfolios · Identifying growth opportunities · Coordinating project tenders

    Proven sales-target achievement and customer-relationship growth; experience managing multi-site or national customers and tendering/construction project environments

  • Sales4 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Growing OEM accounts · Leading key account managers · Developing customer solutions

    Graduate or trade-level qualification; proven key account management and business development experience in a technical, engineering or industrial environment; Salesforce experience

  • Engineering4 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Leading geotechnical teams · Developing client relationships · Providing technical input

    5+ yrsBachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent, specialising in Geotechnical Engineering; 10 years' geotechnical engineering experience, including 5 years in New Zealand; CPEng; domiciled in New Zealand; NZ passport, residency, or current work visa

  • Sales4 days ago

    Enterprise Key Account Manager (Waikato)

    Halter · 201-1000 employees

    A technology company enabling farmers and graziers to run productive and sustainable operations through innovative solutions.

    New Zealand
    Full time

    Managing enterprise accounts · Building customer relationships · Driving account growth

    Experience managing large, complex accounts; dairy systems knowledge

  • Business operations4 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Shaping commercial agendas · Managing category portfolios · Leading commercial analysis

    8+ yrs8+ years’ experience in commercial, commercial finance, category or analytics roles, including senior commercial leadership; proven P&L management, commercial lever analysis and portfolio optimisation; strong understanding of category P&L drivers, commercial intelligence and product economics

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business operations3 days ago

    Business Manager

    Rodney Aggregates · 5001+ employees

    A leading New Zealand building products business focused on supply planning and operational excellence.

    Rodney, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading operations · Managing commercial performance · Developing team

    Quarrying experience including day-to-day leadership of a quarry operation; strong knowledge across production, plant, people, safety and compliance; commercial and financial capability with budgets, costs, margins or P&L; Board communication skills.

  • Sales3 days ago

    Assistant Store Manager

    Woolworths New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A supermarket chain in New Zealand providing groceries and everyday products.

    Auckland
    OnsitePart timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Driving profitability · Coaching staff

    Previous retail management experience, demonstrated commercial success, strong stakeholder relationship skills, team-first and customer-first approach, knowledge of health and safety legislation.

  • IT3 days ago

    Data Service Delivery Manager

    Danone · 5001+ employees

    A global food company focused on bringing health through nutrition to as many people as possible.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing data services · Leading incident management · Driving problem management

    Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Data/Analytics or related field or equivalent experience; proven Service Delivery or Incident Management experience; ITIL/ITSM knowledge; hands-on Databricks and Snowflake; familiarity with Azure and Power BI; strong stakeholder and vendor management.

    Parental leave
  • Engineering3 days ago

    Engineering Project Manager

    Synlait Milk · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader in milk nutrition, doing milk differently for a healthier world.

    Dunsandel, Canterbury+1 more
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Leading capital projects · Developing project scopes · Managing contractors

    Degree in Process or Mechanical Engineering or similar; project management or dairy manufacturing experience preferred; strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leave
  • Accounting and finance4 days ago

    Local Agribusiness Manager

    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.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing customer portfolios · Providing financial solutions · Building banking relationships

    Tertiary qualification in agribusiness, business, or finance; relevant banking, business, or farming experience; comprehensive understanding of business and farm management; customer service experience.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave

About manager jobs in New Zealand

There are 1,522 roles open for manager jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 444 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 1,424 full time, 48 part time and 105 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $87k to $178k a year.

9 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many manager jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 1,522 roles open for manager jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 444 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do manager jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most manager jobs in New Zealand pay $87k to $178k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

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