Chief Operating Officer

Moxie Search; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety equipment supplier in New Zealand is looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to drive execution across the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background, experience overseeing various functions including Sales and Operations, and a track record in delivering P&L outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led company on a growth journey.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience with a strong commercial/sales background.
• Track record of delivering P&L outcomes and driving business growth.
• Strong knowledge of operations, finance, and systems leadership.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution across the business as COO.
• Oversee Sales, Product, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.
• Manage the company-wide profit share program.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Commercial/sales background

Driving business growth

Operations knowledge

Finance expertise

Job description

Overview

About Esko
At Esko Safety, we’re serious about protecting people. As a leading supplier of specialist safety equipment across New Zealand, we pride ourselves on our brand, our service, and our values-driven team. We are on a journey to become an investment-grade business by 2028, and we’re embedding the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to get there.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to act as Integrator, driving execution across the business. With a strong commercial and sales background, you’ll own delivery of the P&L, align all functions, and ensure strategy translates into measurable outcomes.

You’ll oversee Sales, Product, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, and manage the company-wide profit share program (GBS). You’ll mentor and develop our Sales Manager (with a pathway to Head of Sales & Marketing), and ensure every part of the business is focusing on the one strategic number.

What you’ll bring

• Proven senior leadership experience with a strong commercial/sales background
• Track record of delivering P&L outcomes and driving business growth
• Strong knowledge of operations, finance, and systems leadership
• Experience in wholesale, distribution, apparel, PPE, or related industries
• EOS/Integrator experience (desirable)
• Collaborative, strategic, and committed to building strong teams

This is a unique opportunity to join a values-led business on an exciting growth journey, and to play a pivotal role in shaping its future.

To apply please click the link below. Please contact Ben Kershaw from Moxie for all enquiries.