<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /></span></strong><br />This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within a dynamic global business that prides itself on innovation and adaptability. With a strong international presence, the organisation is undergoing an exciting shift toward an AI-powered operating model, modernising how it works to stay ahead in a competitive market. As a key leader, you'll influence strategic direction, connect people and priorities, and use emerging AI technologies to deliver meaningful, scalable impact.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong><br /><br />This is a standout opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives and manage a high-performing team focused on delivering operational excellence across the business. The role has a strong strategic focus, with key responsibilities including:</p><ul><li>Customer-Centric Logistics: Redesign logistics operations to meet evolving customer expectations, positioning the business as a market leader in service delivery.</li><li>AI-Enabled Operations: Drive the adoption of AI-powered tools and automation to enhance forecasting, decision-making, and continuous process improvement.</li><li>Warehouse Commissioning: Oversee the planning and delivery of a state-of-the-art warehouse opening in 2027, ensuring scalability and operational readiness.</li><li>Sustainability & ESG: Develop and embed strategies that reduce environmental impact and support ethical sourcing, reinforcing the organisation's commitment to responsible and sustainable operations.</li></ul><p>This broad, influential role also encompasses cost optimisation, procurement strategy, and people leadership, ensuring all operational functions including purchasing, warehousing, and customer service are consistently delivered to the highest standard.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Your Profile<br /></strong></span><br />We're seeking a forward-thinking leader who thrives on innovation and transformation. The ideal candidate will bring:</p><ul><li>A proven background in senior operations leadership, with strong expertise across supply chain, logistics, and technology-enabled environments.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to design and implement operating models that leverage AI, automation, and data-driven insights to improve performance and decision-making.</li><li>A strong, inspiring leader with a track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative, results-focused culture.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today<br /></span></strong><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.<br /><em>Reference Number: 06900-0013417851</em></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZG9taW5pcXVlLnNtaXRoLjM4NDA5LjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /></span></strong><br />A large, established NZ business investing heavily in AI and automation to drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term growth.</p><ul><li>Well-established organisation undergoing digital and AI transformation</li><li>Strong investment in automation, data, and emerging technologies</li><li>Collaborative environment with cross-functional exposure</li><li>Focused on operational efficiency and customer experience</li><li>Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide AI capability</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong><br />Own the AI and automation strategy end-to-end, delivering scalable solutions that improve operations, customer experience, and business performance.</p><ul><li>Own and deliver AI & automation strategy across the business</li><li>Build and deploy AI/ML models and automated workflows (RPA, LLMs, etc.)</li><li>Lead end-to-end delivery (design > build > deploy > optimise)</li><li>Integrate AI into existing systems and business processes</li><li>Mentor others and build internal AI capability</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />Your Profile</span></strong><br /><br />A hands-on AI/automation leader who blends technical depth with commercial thinking and can deliver real-world solutions across the business.</p><ul><li>6+ years in AI, machine learning, or automation (hands-on)</li><li>Proven experience delivering end-to-end AI/automation solutions</li><li>Strong with Python/R + cloud AI tools (Azure, GCP, etc.)</li><li>Background in RPA / workflow automation / process optimisation</li><li>Commercially minded with ability to translate tech into business outcomes</li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Apply Today</strong></span><br /><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.<br /><em><br />Reference Number: 06900-0013410533</em></p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxla3MuVnVqb3ZpYy42NTMxOS4xMDkxOEByaGluei5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
