Chief Operating Officer Full-time Job

About the Company

With a rich history dating back to 1854, J Ballantyne & Co Ltd (Ballantynes) has always maintained a strong retail presence. In addition to an online offer, physical stores are in Christchurch, Timaru, Invercargill, and the Seasalt Cornwall store in Milford Centre, Auckland. With its deep-rooted commitment to service and quality, and its dedicated focus on fashion and future trends, Ballantynes will continue to provide an outstanding shopping experience not just for Canterbury, but for all New Zealanders as it enters a new period of growth.

About The Role

The COO role actively contributes to the development of Ballantynes medium to long term plans to enhance the Company’s financial performance and deliver on its growth strategy. Responsible for finance, IT, logistics, and maintenance and property, the COO ensures the company’s operational execution delivers on strategy, while actively promoting Ballantynes’ vision and values. The role is part of the Executive Leadership Team and reports to the CEO. It has four direct reports.

Skills & Experience

As the ideal candidate, you will be an inspiring leader dedicated to creating a high-performing team and committed to the Ballantynes way leading by example and pitching in when needed. With high interpersonal skills, you will be a relationship builder, quick to build trust and respect across the executive team. You will be curious, actively focusing on possibilities and future outcomes, identifying, and overcoming barriers. You will be a strategic thinker, prepared to challenge the norm on legacy processes and present alternative ways of working using a combination of sound data, quality information, and valuable market intelligence.

You will have a good head and heart for business – valuing the importance of the Ballantynes brand and able to identify and support business growth. Commercially savvy, with a keen focus on future profitability and performance, you will be able to assess any initiative’s fit for purpose, advising on both cost benefits and future proofing. You will know the value of providing insightful, quality financial reports that ‘tell a story’ enabling informed decision-making at Executive and Board level. And, a nimble and critical thinker, you will be able to present with confidence to the Board, Audit and Risk Committee, and Shareholders.

Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in accounting or other business-related field. (Relevant financial experience would be of value).
• Proven experience leading high-performing finance teams that provide financial reporting and analysis at Board level
• At least five years’ experience leading functional areas relevant to the position
• Sound knowledge of relevant company regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience in retail diversification would be an advantage

Ballantynes Culture

Our Purpose: To inspire and enrich our community.

The Ballantynes Bond:

• Excellence Starts with Me
• Make Lasting Impressions
• Think Tomorrow, Act Today
• Play as One – Have Fun!

Application Details

To apply in strict confidence now, click ‘Apply for this job’ or email your cover letter and CV to cvchc@sheffield.co.nz quoting 8733SIsk. Applications close on 2 May 2024. Emails will be electronically acknowledged, and further correspondence may be by email. To view the Candidate Briefing document, please click here. For more information, please phone Jane Pollitt on +64 3 353 4354. Location: Christchurch Central. Send your resume and cover letter to cvchc@sheffield.co.nz.