Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist

Alliance Group Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance subsidies

Additional annual leave

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Alliance Group Limited in Christchurch seeks a proactive logistics and continuous improvement professional to enhance how our outbound logistics operates. You will translate data into action, develop KPI reporting, and collaborate across Logistics, Finance, and service providers to drive operational excellence.

You will lead improvement initiatives from concept to implementation, manage master data and freight configuration, validate costs, and reduce manual work while supporting multiple teams

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, finance, administration, and/or continuous improvement environments.
• Strong process improvement and process mapping capability.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• Experience analysing data and producing actionable insights.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience with system administration, master data management, or ERP systems.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• High attention to detail and strong numerical capability.
• Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives from concept through to implementation.
• Developing and maintaining KPI reporting and performance dashboards.
• Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis.
• Managing logistics master data, freight routes, rates, and system configuration.
• Validating freight costs and resolving payment discrepancies.
• Driving process efficiencies and reducing manual work across logistics activities.
• Working closely with Logistics, Finance, Export Documentation, carriers, and service providers.
• Providing operational support and business continuity across the wider logistics function.

Skills

Logistics

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Numerical capability

Prioritisation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

At Alliance Group, we're more than a global supplier of exceptional grass-fed lamb, beef, and venison. We're a purpose-driven business committed to driving prosperity for our farming families and creating thriving environments for our people. With sites across the North and South Islands, we're focused on performance improvement, innovation, and reducing our environmental impact.

The Role

You'll play a critical role in improving how our outbound logistics function operates . You'll use data, insights, and collaboration to identify opportunities, implement improvements, and ensure our logistics systems and processes support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives from concept through to implementation
• Developing and maintaining KPI reporting and performance dashboards
• Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis
• Managing logistics master data, freight routes, rates, and system configuration
• Validating freight costs and resolving payment discrepancies
• Driving process efficiencies and reducing manual work across logistics activities
• Working closely with Logistics, Finance, Export Documentation, carriers, and service providers
• Providing operational support and business continuity across the wider logistics function

About You

You'll be naturally curious, analytical, and motivated by finding better ways of working. You enjoy working across multiple teams, translating data into action, and delivering meaningful business improvements.

Role

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Experience in logistics , supply chain, finance, administration, and/ or continuous improvement environments
• Strong process improvement and process mapping capability
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills
• Experience analysing data and producing actionable insights
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience with system administration, master data management, or ERP systems
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• High attention to detail and strong numerical capability
• The ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment

A tertiary qualification in Business or a related discipline would be advantageous.

Please note that we are only considering candidates who are currently eligible to work in New Zealand.

What We Offer

• Health insurance subsidies for you and your family
• One week's additional annual leave
• Ongoing support and training
• Career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Alliance Group is committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our business and the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities.

We recruit, develop and promote people based on their skills, experience, qualifications and potential. We are committed to providing an inclusive, safe and respectful workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and feel valued.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to ensure you can participate fully.

Applications close on 4 October 2026 , however we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress suitable candidates through the recruitment process prior to the closing date.