Star Candidates Available Now
OCG has access to stand out candidates. Permanent, contract, temp, full-time , part-time, tactical, strategic, caretakers, change agents - these and many more highly sought after candidates can add value to your business today. This list is updated regularly so please call to discuss your interest in any of the candidates highlighted here, or how OCG can help with your recruitment needs:
Merchandise Manager (97000)
Auckland - Permanent
A strong leader with disciplined retail merchandise experience, an excellent track record and someone who can bring structured category management disciplines to your business. Commercially astute individual, who will add value to an executive team.
Buyer/Product Manager (113799)
Auckland - Permanent
Great mid level Buyer / Product Manager who has worked on both sides of the fence – Retail & Wholesale. Strong health and beauty background, but they are open to the category they work in. Current contract coming to an end, so will be available end of August for permanent or contract roles.
GM Marketing (2479)
Auckland - Permanent
Smart, savvy, change agent!
Having worked across a range of sectors from retail to services to
FMCG this candidate has achieved outstanding results. Strengths in
marketing, strategic planning and leadership. Available immediately
for project work or permanent roles.
GM Operations (96056)
Auckland - Permanent
With retail operations experience gained both in the UK and NZ, this is a smart, results focussed senior operations candidate who has worked across a variety of categories and retail business models. A good calibre individual who is adaptable.
Project Manager (243422)
Auckland - Contract - Total service charge $88ph + gst
Wealth of experience in Project Management within Financial Services. Strong on planning, strategy and evaluation projects. Recently oversaw behavioural scoring and implementation of a new customer segmentation strategy. Previously led and managed an acquisition of new business. Can add value immediately.
Contract Finance Manager - Insurance (142357)
Auckland - Contract - Total Service charge $85ph + gst
Huge exposure to the Insurance and Banking sector, this Contractor looking to be utilised for their experience and technical ability in senior finance management positions. Strong track record of delivering result they have consistently contributed operationally, strategically with process improvements and effective cost management.
Programme/project manager (76085)
Wellington - Contract - $120 per hr
with public sector experience in business integration, structural change, and complex policy and legal issues. Qualified lawyer.
Programme Manager (197218 )
Wellington - Contract - with a strong background in business change, systems and process improvement. Extensive government experience. $80-100 per hr or $120k+ fixed term.
with a strong background in business change, systems and process
improvement. Extensive government experience. $80-100 per hr or
$120k+ fixed term.
Programme Manager (197218 )
Wellington - Contract - $80-100 per hr or $120k+ fixed term
with a strong background in business change, systems and process improvement. Extensive government experience.
Policy & Strategic planning (118 171)
Wellington - Contract - $120 + GST per hr
Broad experience spanning policy and strategy/performance/reporting (SOI preparation etc). Would particularly suit roles at interface policy and operations. Experience in broad range of government departments and Crown Entities. Available 30th August.
Policy Contractor (187 907 )
Wellington - Contract - $120 + GST per hr
Extensive background in operational and strategic policy, great project manager, pragmatic and outcomes focused. Social policy background. Immediately available.
Policy Contractor (245 939)
- Contract - $120 + GST per hr
Experienced operational policy contractor with particular expertise in health. Strong experience in translating policy into service delivery, combined with excellent process of government knowledge – has worked in policy areas with high level of Ministerial interest. Immediately available.
Policy Contractor (167 425 )
Wellington - Contract - $120/hour – but also open to fixed term roles at $100k+
A really ‘safe pair of hands’. We have received outstanding feedback from past managers. Background includes transport, economic development, justice & international policy areas. Strengths in strategic and regulatory/legislative policy, but would suit most policy roles. Immediately available
Experienced Finance Professional (240033)
Auckland - Contract - Available for contract roles from $120 per hour.
Over the last 20 years, this candidate has held numerous management roles within both the pure accounting and broader business environments. Available for medium to long term contracts from mid-September, they possess strong project management, business planning and staff management skills.
IT Procurement Contractor (229751)
Wellington - Contract - Available at $120k for permanent roles or around $80 per hour for a medium to long term contract opportunities.
If you require someone to either run a new procurement process or just tweak an existing one, this candidate is an ideal fit as they have been excelling in the sector for the past 12 years. You will, therefore, be securing someone who is perfectly placed to bring experience, quality and dynamic methodologies to your organisation. With an eye on both IT and broader procurement across government and private sectors, this is one safe pair of hands that is going to fit into your environment and will produce the desired results in a timely, cost-effective manner.
Contract CFO (50515)
Auckland - Contract - Total service charge is $140ph +GST
CA Qualified with a MBA, Big 4 trained, strong on going into organisations sort out messes, can roll up the sleeves and get stuck in through to most recently driving JV forward, oversaw an aquisition or previously keeping a company out of receivership!
Financial Accountant (31053)
Auckland - Contract - $60 per hour + GST
Our experienced career contractor is a star at group reporting, consolidations, statutory reporting plus trouble shooting - all those hard to find contract skills wrapped up in one individual. Strong technically this individual quietly slots into a team and simply knuckles down to work. So if you are wanting experience to eliminate the GST headache - then here is your extra pair of hands!
Business Analyst - GST change Guru (21102)
Auckland - Contract - $89 per hour +GST
A senior operator well known to OCG who always delivers. With an excellent BA skill set, including business processes, documentation, training, systems implementation - also brings understanding of financial processes and has undertaken a GST change discovery phase project for a major client. Positive, upbeat, cooperative for the short or long term projects.
Procurement Specialist (103562)
Auckland - Contract - $130 per hour including the OCG margin
Are you currently reviewing your suppliers, their performance
and looking to set up new supply agreements? Wanting some to lead
the project, manage the team and deliver some real sustainable
savings? Then this is the person for you. With over 20 years
procurement and sourcing experience he is one of the best in the
market. Available immediately for short and long term
contracts.
Engineering Project Manager (239626)
Auckland - Contract - $90 per hour including the OCG margin
He is an experienced engineer with over 20 years experience
within the FMCG/Manufacturing sector. He has designed plant and
lead large capital projects through to successful completion. He
has managed large maintenance teams and is an experienced
maintenance planner. He also has outstanding problem solving
skills. He is available immediately.
Business Intelligence Specialist (23460)
Auckland - Contract - $75 neg
Business Intelligence Specialist with over 6 years Analysis,
Development & Testing experience across IT Projects. Skilled in
data extraction and migration working with products such as
Wherescape Red, BRIO, SQL, Oracle, Hyperion and Business Objects.
Available immediately.
Pinnacle Recruitment - Garry Collier
Phone: (09) 307 8617
Email: collier@pinnaclerecruit.co.nz
Business Analyst (14620)
Auckland - Contract - $95 neg
Experienced IT Business Analyst with extensive experience in
Finance, Banking and Insurance industries. 7+ years Business
analysis experience having worked recently on a GST systems change
project. Available immediately.
Pinnacle Recruitment - Garry Collier
Phone: (09) 307 8617
Email: collier@pinnaclerecruit.co.nz
Senior HR Management Consultant (210470)
Open to location - Contract - $100 - $120 plus GST per hour
Strengths in change of direction and where there is a lot of need for developing senior managers. Previous experience includes work with global management team to design and implement an online payroll and HR management system, among negotiating collective agreements, change management and OD. Seeking an organisation that is dynamic, fluid, changing and developing.
Human Resources Director& Change Manager (137700)
Wellington - Contract - $130 - $140 plus GST per hour
Strong background in business process reengineering; employment relations, collective bargaining, recruitment strategy and development across a range of industries and organisations at both strategic and operational levels. Available immediately for contract opportunities.
Warehousing and Logistics Specialist (248805)
Auckland - Contract - $72 per hour including the OCG margin
This candidate has worked in a range of warehouse operations across multiple industries. He has run sizeable projects involving warehouse relocations and is also highly effective at streamlining systems to bring about operational efficiencies. Nothing fazes this guy – he is cool, calm and collected even in a crisis situation. With a good mix of strategic and hands on ability – this guy is a specialist in all Warehouse functions. Available immediately.
SAP Specialist and Planning Guru (48367)
Auckland - Contract - $95 per hour including the OCG margin
Do you have issues with your SAP modules? Want someone to assist
with setting up the master data and getting the reporting running
as it should? Would it be good to have someone who is a supply
chain specialist and master planner? This candidate could be
referred to as the Father of Planning. He is available immediately
and will consider short and long term contracts.
Commercial Underwriter ()
Auckland - Permanent - $65k
Bright, personable candidate with 4+ years underwriting and broking experience across strong brands. Ambitious, degree qualified, holds ANZIIF Certificate in General Insurance. Looking to step up & progress career.
Category Manager (50928)
Auckland - Contract - $95 per hour
Lots of exposure to complex price modelling and new product launches. Experience with both tactical and strategic ends of the spectrum. Available immediately.
Senior Brand Manager (92563)
Auckland - Contract - $88 per hour
International exposure, full marketing mix. Experienced in
beverages, personal care, wine/ liquor and confectionary.Part time
or short contracts - 3-4 months ideally. Great option as a contract
resource while searching for the permanent Brand Manager.
Marketing Manager (5173)
Auckland - Contract - $100 per hour
One of our truly 'tried and tested' contractors. Many years and many successful OCG contract assignments completed, with glowing referrals. This candidate has worked in FMCG industry for many years in Marketing and Group Brand Management roles. Some big names on this resume and some memorable campaigns. Lots of strategic experience, happy to work on the tactical 'grunt' work as well.
FMCG Brand Manager (170424)
Auckland - Permanent - $80k
Up-and-coming brand manager ready for next step in FMCG
marketing career. Brings broad marketing skills with strong NPD
experience. Would suit larger company with career development
opportunities.
Senior Manager - Insurance ()
Auckland - Permanent - $180k
Over 6 years senior management experience heading up third party distribution, product, strategy and risk within a high profile insurance company. Well rounded candidate with incredible pedigree
Customer Services Administrator (248126 )
South Auckland - Permanent - $45,000pa
Down to earth candidate who is well presented and friendly, and
has good experience with general accounts, data entry, customer
service and general administration. This candidate is returning to
the workforce but has previous experience in the freight industry
as well as large corporates. Available immediately.
PA/Receptionist (temp) (247902)
Auckland - Temporary - Hourly rate of $29.00 + GST
This BA Honours Graduate, with an additional Diploma in Teaching
comes across as being a highly articulate individual with a very
meticulous disposition. Most recently this candidate worked on the
reception of a highly respected Law Firm, where a professional
disposition was essential at all times. In contrast to the
corporate world, this individual has also provided reception cover
for a hectic media organisation with a very busy switchboard.
In addition to her reception experience, this candidate has worked
in the Education sector in 1:1 PA roles at Director and Head of
Department level. The level of support required in these roles was
at an organisational level, with traditional elements also being an
essential element to the roles.
This candidate would certainly be someone who would consistently
have her ‘wits about her’, and who would be able to
work both autonomously or as part of a team.
Executive Assistant (131069)
South and Central Auckland - Permanent - $70,000pa
Well presented Executive Assistant who is friendly and natural, and comes with an extensive career as an EA in the Manufacturing, Finance and FMCG industries. Experience supporting CEO level, Reception and Admin team management as well as general office management. Computer skills at a high level. 4 weeks notice.
Accounts Assistant (246080 )
South Auckland/City - Permanent - $42,000pa+
A pleasure to deal with! Strong communication skills, a lovely
bright enthusiastic attitude, a very upfront and honest approach to
their interview and a permanent smile to boot.
Prior to entering the world of accounts this candidate was engaged
in customer service, admin and data-entry type roles. They now have
3 1/2 years accounts experience doing AP, sales reports, banking
and invoicing. Part-way through their Diploma in Business this
candidate is looking for a permanent Accounts Assistant or AP
position and is open to opportunities in South Auckland up to the
City.
Accounts Payable (temp) (103067)
Auckland - Temporary - $39.00 per hour + GST
Friendly, professional candidate, with excellent Accounts Payable experience using SAP. Would suit any environment. Charge out rate $39.00 per hour + GST.
Customer Services Administrator (temp) (57110)
Auckland - Temporary - $30.00 - $37.00 per hour + GST
Lovely, well presented, professional candidate with excellent
general administration, customer services and general accounts
skills. Would suit any environment. Charge out rate (role
dependant) between $30.00 - $37.00 per hour + GST.
Credit Manager (247408)
Auckland - Permanent - $90,000pa
This senior Credit Manager is looking for a challenging position in the Auckland market. A proven record of setting up a Credit Department, raising the awareness and importance of credit in the company, setting up and improving processes and systems and outstanding and driven team manager, she is looking for her next step. An enviable tenure and accomplishments combined with a fast paced, progressive approach she would be an asset to any company. 4 weeks notice.
HR Administrator (207868)
Auckland - Permanent - $45,000pa
An HR start-up star! With background in customer service, combined with an HR internship this candidate is on the lookout for an HR administration position. Smart, well presented, corporate and commercial, she demonstrates a lot of potential for progression. A dedicated nature demonstrated by the good balance of work and study, with a great tenure (6 years) in the head office of a Retail Giant this candidate offers a lot more then just the theoretical background!
Credit Controller (temp) (26968)
South Auckland - $55,000pa
Lovely and well presented lady who is a good communicator. An excellent candidate who would suit most work places. Fantastic experience working on large ledgers both with volume of accounts and the amount of money of the accounts. She has most recently been working on the SAP for the past few years and has an intermediate knowledge of Excel. Available immediately for both permanent and temporary positions ideally in South Auckland.
CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT/TRADE STRATEGY (93080 )
Auckland - Contract - $85 + GST per hour
Experienced senior candidate capable of both 'hands on' and strategic tasks. Proven sound business acumen and a high degree of computer literacy and fully conversant with a series of of software applications, businesses processes and internal/external stakeholder management. proven to move easily between the sales and marketing functions in a constructive manner and has an intimate knowledge of FMCG retailers and effective customer marketing practices.
SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST (22963)
Auckland - Contract - $85 per hour + GST
Senior Analyst with over 14 years experience working for large
corporate companies. He has worked on multiple projects across the
SDLC and is very experienced in business systems integration and
process re-engineering. He has gained a strong understanding of end
to end process philosophy and the potential impacts change can have
on differing business units.
Pinnacle Recruitment - Clare O'Sullivan
Phone: (09) 307 8613
Email: clare@pinnaclerecruit.co.nz
SENIOR FINANCE PROFESSIONAL (80158)
Wellington - Contract - $70 - 80 + GST per hour
Hugely experienced CA professional, currently seeking short term
contract roles. Has been FC and Finance Director for the
Australasian arm of worldwide hotel chain. Vast knowledge in audit,
process improvement and systems development and implementation.
Available from early June 2010
PROCUREMENT / BA SPECIALIST (238223)
Wellington - Contract - $85-95 + GST per hour
This candidate has had extensive government procurement, negotiation and solutions based analysis experience over the past 15 years and is now seeking a medium to long term contract with huge value-adding opportunities.
HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT (81442)
Wellington - Contract - $60 - $80 + GST per hour
Experienced HR practitioner with exposure to a range of
organisations including global IT, government and financial
services. Strong understanding of employment relations, change
management and general HR. Available for part time contracts from
late June 2010.
BUSINESS CONSULTANT (201277)
Wellington - Contract - $170 + GST per hour
With a strong background in organisational review, business
process reengineering, strategy development and performance
management in both private and public sector. Articulate,
professional and strategic – available for part time
contracts now.
CEO (5807)
Auckland - Contract - $140 + GST per hour
ICT professional with 20 years experience in software delivery
across numerous technical facets. Has held strategic business
management roles in local, European and global markets. An achiever
in the support of overall corporate goals and objectives. Adept at
building high performance teams.
Pinnacle Recruitment – Robin Sutherland
Phone: (09) 307 4558
Email: robin@pinnaclerecruit.co.nz
Customer Service Representative (Temp) (238886)
- $29.00 + GST per hour
This Victoria University graduate has had a great start to her
career. Having established herself in a well respected transport
company, this candidate has progressed from being a customer
service representative to becoming a team leader. This role
involves high levels of attention to detail, being an exceptional
mult-tasker and also being naturally apt to deal with various
client types and the multiple demands that arise. A standout point
for this individual is her articulate, bubbly manner and keenness
to succeed.
Assistant Accountant - $48k (243826 )
- $48k
An intelligent candidate who will go far. 3 years Accounts
Assistant experience already firmly under their belt with a travel
wholesaler including lots of reconciliation, analysis and budget
work. Comes ready armed with a degree in Marketing and has been
working full-time and studying part-time for 3 years and will
complete their Accounting degree by the end of 2010 with a view to
proceeding with PCE1 next year.
Seeking their next challenge with an ATO and a role which will
challenge them every day.
PA/Office Manager (238257 )
- $55k+
A very articulate, professional and very capable individual who
portrays as being meticulously organised in every aspect of their
life!
Originally from a sales support background, this candidate has
moved into a high volume, strongly customer service focussed and
deadline pressured administration role within the professional
services industry. An expert Word and PowerPoint user this
candidate is seeking a solid reputable brand and employer who can
offer career development.
HR GENERALIST (48405)
Auckland - Contract - $60 + GST per hour
Experienced contractor in both public and private sector. Background in HR Consultancy / Management, Health & Safety and Payroll Management. Experienced in change management and delivering high value added services within organisations.
S&OP / DEMAND PLANNING EXPERT (138151)
Auckland - Contract - $70 + GST per hour
With a bluechip background in demand planning and S&OP,
these candidates are a rare breed. Immediately available, this
person could assist with setting up your S&OP process or
complete the demand planning himself. Highly analytical with an
outstanding ability in excel and ERP systems, this person will be
able to hit the ground running in any business.
LOGISTICS & WAREHOUSING SPECIALIST (18862)
Auckland - Contract - $95 + GST per hour
This candidate knows the warehousing and logistics function like the back of his hand! He has worked for a variety of our clients over the years and we always receive positive feedback. Do you need someone to come and sort out your warehouse or logistics function? Is there a large scale warehouse/logistics project you need to resource? With experience across a range of industries - what this candidate doesn't know about Warehousing and Logistics - isn't worth knowing
SENIOR PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (64493)
Auckland - Contract - $100 + GST per hour
With an impressive background in senior level procurement within the services sector, this candidate has the experience and ability to lead significant complex procurement projects and/or hold the fort in a procurement leadership capacity. Or, maybe your business is looking for some advice around best practice procurement methodology - Call me to discuss how this candidate can help.
FMCG BRAND MANAGER (35793)
Auckland - Contract - $78 + GST per hour
Available for short or longer term projects. Experience with above and below the line activity in a variety of channels, developing category analytics, launching new products etc
Marketing Contractor (5315)
Auckland - Contract - $95 + GST per hour
Senior FMCG marketing contractor with broad marketing and category management experience. Unflappable approach in any environment - exposure to a variety of categories and channels. No project is too large or small for this seasoned and capable contractor!
PROJECT / PROGRAMME MANAGER - troubleshooter (73108 )
Auckland - Contract - $120 + GST per hour
PMP qualified, this Contractor's forte is trouble shooting critical operational and strategic issues, and re-focusing the remit and operation of the business. A snapshot of their recent projects include re-engineering of business improvement and risk / compliance areas, analysis of HR strategy, shared services implementation and CRM projects. With exceptional interpersonal skills, this no-nonsense individual will bring accountability and ownership to your Project Team.
FINANCIAL PROJECTS (37435)
Auckland - Contract - $92 + GST per hour
With a career in senior financial control positions, this long term contract professional is sold on projects with improvement in mind. Examples include scoping a new reporting system, designing an improved budgeting process, improving financial processes, facilitating a re-organisation of the finance function and implementing non financial performance measures for the whole business. They are knowledgeable, approachable, confidential and influential. An excellent right hand to the CFO for projects.
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (59136)
Auckland - Contract - $70 + GST per hour
An excellent career contractor with in depth experience in FMCG and manufacturing. If you need a diligent operator who brings a real process improvement and innovative thinking style to their work, then look no further. With a co-operative approach and a consultative style, this individual would equally manage a team of Accountants and pull together a strong culture. This contractor has not been on the market for the last two years - be quick..
HR GENERALIST (14925)
Auckland - Contract - $65 + GST per hour
With a career spanning 14years, this highly adaptable candidate thrives on filling gaps in organizations when there is an urgent need. They have solid experience managing change and have covered a multitude of industries in sole charge roles and in teams.
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT (214859)
Auckland - Contract - $49 + GST per hour
An Assistant Accountant with bells and whistles! This super candidate ticks all the boxes around assisting with financial/management accounting tasks and also offers extensive exposure within manufacturing environments, both FMCG and building products. Along with advanced Excel and Cognos, you wont find a more value add skill set in an Assistant Accountant in the market!
HR General Manager (45145)
Wellington - Contract - $120 - $140 per hour
With a LLB and an advanced Diploma in Business Studies HR Management & Communications, this candidate has exposure to many key areas of HR from strategic creation and implementation, collective bargaining, and development of leadership programmes and initiatives. His experience includes being a senior member of a significant change management team and management of a total organisational restructures with great success. Strengths lie in leadership, employment relations and project & change management.
Accounting Contractor (218258)
Wellington - Contract - $65 per hour
CA qualified, seven year contract professional with a total of
30 years in the sector. With a mix of Management, Financial and
Project accounting experience, this candidate is the complete
package and immediately available for new and exciting contract
opportunities.
Marketing Contractor (83614)
Auckland - Contract - $85 per hour
Ten years experience within services and banking organisations working extensively across Direct Marketing, Comms and Product Marketing. Experienced in large budget above-the-line and below-the-line campaigns as well as post campaign analysis. Available immediately.
Operations Manager (22639 )
Auckland - Contract - $140 per hour
Senior ICT business professional with extensive program and
project governance with an emphasis on service management and
customer focused outcomes. Extensive Telecommunications experience
with a high level of experience in building, leading and motivating
large IT delivery and operational teams through times of business
change.
Pinnacle Recruitment - Levonne Broom
Phone: (09) 307 4570
Email: levonne@pinnaclerecruit.co.nz

