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ExecutivePermanentAuckland

Posted 08/07/2026

Lead Projects & Acquisitions

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About the Opportunity
This newly created, sole-charge role reports to the Managing Director, covering projects and acquisition evaluation, commercial due diligence and strategic project delivery. You'll work closely with the CFO, divisional managers and management worldwide, with genuine scope to grow into senior leadership over time.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead commercial and strategic projects from idea through to delivery
  • Identify and evaluate projects and acquisition opportunities, locally and offshore
  • Build and test financial models and business cases
  • Support the CFO on deal viability and due diligence
  • Support divisional managers worldwide in identifying growth opportunities
What You'll Bring
  • Senior key account management experience in retail, import, wholesale or trading
  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, with strong commercial thinking
  • High EQ and stakeholder management skills to work with senior leaders
  • Curiosity, energy, integrity and a global outlook
What's on Offer?
  • A genuine path toward senior leadership
  • Direct exposure to the Managing Director and management
  • Some travel to assess key projects and acquisition targets
  • A collaborative, non-corporate culture

To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Brad Gatehouse a call on +64 276113638 and quote Job ID: #18065 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.  

Tribe is a group of specialist teams, each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people. 
 

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