Country Manager, New Zealand

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data‑driven insights to build a healthier future. The role: We're seeking an experienced and commercially minded Country Manager to lead our Food business across NewZealand. Reporting to the General Manager ANZ – Food & Pharmaceutical, you'll have full responsibility for the strategic direction, operational performance, commercial success, and people leadership of the NewZealand business.

• Lead the strategic direction and execution of the NewZealand Food business
• Drive operational excellence across multiple laboratory teams and disciplines
• Own the NewZealand P&L, budgets, revenue growth, and profitability
• Lead and develop a high‑performing leadership team and build future capability
• Drive business development, client retention, and market growth initiatives
• Partner with ANZ and global teams to implement best practice and new technologies
• Champion digital transformation, automation, and continuous improvement
• Ensure excellence in quality, HSE, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness
• Build strong relationships with key customers, regulators, and industry bodies
• Identify investment opportunities and support long‑term business growth

• Significant leadership experience within laboratory operations or technical services
• Demonstrated success leading multi‑site or multidisciplinary teams
• Strong commercial acumen with full P&L management experience
• Proven ability to develop and execute business strategy
• Experience leading organisational change and continuous improvement
• Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing capability
• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Food Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa. ALS is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.