Business Analyst Lead (Fixed-Term)

Buscojobs; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural co-operative in New Zealand is seeking a Business Analyst Lead to head up their Business Analysis team. This role involves driving impactful transformation initiatives across the organization and providing hands-on leadership. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in business analysis, proven leadership skills, and solid exposure to Retail, Sales, or Supply Chain environments. Enjoy a flexible working culture and valuable benefits that enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Sick leave from Day 1

Paid birthday leave

Access to training through our online library

Staff discounts at Retail Stores

Parental leave benefits

Free parking

Pet-friendly office

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in business analysis and project delivery.
• Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams.
• Solid exposure to Retail, Sales, or Supply Chain environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts.
• Define and document business requirements.
• Facilitate the alignment of business processes across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Business analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Process modelling

Agile methodologies

Education

Tertiary qualification in IT, Business, or related field

Job description

• Lead and grow a high-performing Business Analysis team driving strategic transformation across the co-operative.
• Shape and influence large-scale initiatives using modern tools, agile methodologies, and a values-based leadership approach.
• Enjoy flexible working options, people-first culture, and meaningful impact in rural New Zealand communities.

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

As Business Analyst Lead, you’ll head up our Business Analysis team within the Enterprise PMO (ePMO), driving impactful transformation initiatives across the business. You’ll provide hands-on leadership in projects that redefine how we operate, helping map current and future states using our Process and Value Chain Framework.

This is a people-first leadership role – you’ll guide, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Business Analysts, enabling delivery of robust insights, improved processes, and real results. Reporting to the General Manager – Transformation, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across Retail, Sales, Supply Chain and beyond.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and mentoring a team of Business Analysts

Defining and documenting business requirements

Leading the application of BA practices, tools, and methodologies

Facilitating the alignment of business processes across the organisation

Driving a culture of continuous improvement

Influencing transformation outcomes across the business

This is a two year fixed term contract linked to projectdeliverables.

Mōhou ake | About you

You’ll be an experienced leader and practitioner, confident navigating change and ambiguity, and passionate about improving how we work. You’ll bring:

10+ years’ experience in business analysis and project delivery

Proven leadership experience managing high-performing teams

Solid exposure to Retail, Sales or Supply Chain environments

Strong knowledge of BA tools, process modelling, and agile methodologies

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation skills

A tertiary qualification in IT, Business, or a related field

You’re someone who builds trust quickly, thrives on collaboration, and balances pragmatism with a sharp analytical mind.

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

Work for a values-driven organisation that genuinely backs its people and rural communities.You'll be rewarded with:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Sick leave from Day 1
  
• Paid birthday leave
• Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse
• Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores
• Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners
• Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leave
• Free parking at our Support Office
• Close to a range of eateries and gyms - with great coffee just down the road
• Pet-friendly office - bring your (well-behaved) furry friend to work

Te Tono | How to apply

Ready to lead transformation at the heart of rural New Zealand? Apply today and be part of a co-operative that’s growing a better future – together.

Applicationsclose: 5 August 2025

Note: there is an optional video question which you are welcome to complete instead of a cover letter.

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.