Mo te whai waahi | About the opportunity Reporting to the Chief Sales Officer, the Annual Trading Calendar Lead drives the development, execution and ongoing delivery of the Annual Trading Calendar Framework at Farmlands.
Key Deliverables are: Developing the framework by which Farmlands manages its trading calendar as the core of its operating rhythm.
Managing the governance model that facilitates the effective medium and long-term planning of all multi-faceted go to market activities and alignment to the broader business plan and the more detailed trading plan.
Delivering exceptional cross functional campaign plans through a critical pathway program that deliver to or above the commercial objectives.
Implementing the Annual Trading Calendar planning, execution and review process with all critical pathways identified in a best practice and sustainable way.
Playing a role in the monitoring of performance of the trading plans to ensure all teams are across the current and future status of the business enabling the ability for Farmlands to take proactive actions and recalibrate when required.
The role is based in our Christchurch Support Office in Burnside.
Mohou ake | About you This role will suit a people leader with deep commercial experience in a B2B and B2C environment.
You may currently be in a strategy or change role, and have proven capability to develop, execute and deliver an Annual Trading Calendar Framework.
Key to your success will also be having: Experience in a similar role with a focus on execution and developing capability in a multi-channel business.
High levels of interpersonal skills with a track record of managing multiple stakeholder relationships.
In-depth knowledge of pan-business trading best practices and delivery.
High calibre of communication skills.
Experience in the rural sector is desirable but not essential.
Mo nga painga | About the benefits You'll receive: Competitive remuneration package Flexible working your way Ra whanau - paid birthday leave Opportunity to buy annual leave Sick leave from Day 1 Access to training through our online library - The Greenhouse Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners Free parking at our Support Office Pet-friendly office - bring your (well-behaved) furry friend to work Close to a range of eateries and gyms - with great coffee just down the road!
Mo matou | About us At Farmlands - Te Whenua Taroa, our purpose is to enable improved profitability and productivity for NZ farmers and growers, and our vision is to be the 'go-to' for everyone connected to our land.
This is what gets us out of bed in the morning and keeps us going day in and day out.
As New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, we have an annual turnover of more than $2.3 billion, with over 1200 staff in over 80 locations from Cape Reinga to Bluff.
In addition to our strong core retail business, we have a well-established shareholder card network with operations in feed production, nutrition, ecommerce, fuel, distribution, agronomy, to name a few.
Joining our team gives you the chance to contribute to a Kiwi-owned brand.
We offer autonomy in a collaborative fast-paced environment where we truly value 'Minds Open', 'Be-ing You', and 'See-ing it Through'.
Te Tono | How to apply Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest.
We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands.
These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver's licence check and an ACC background check.
For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.