Looking for a new role with BIG opportunities to learn and develop? New World Durham Street is New Zealand's next-level supermarket experience, offering the latest features along with an extensive range of products. We are proudly locally owned and operated, supporting our communities and are committed to the ongoing development of our team. Together with our Grocery Operations Manager, you will be heading up a fantastic department known for range, speed to market and reacting quickly to trends and customer demand. This is a key position in our store and we are looking for someone dedicated to help lead our hardworking grocery team. If you love building relationships with customers, staff, and our supplier community, then this could be the role for you! Attention to detail and the ability to build trust with your team and suppliers are essential attributes for the successful candidate. Reporting to the Store Manager, you will be working with a large team dedicated to keeping our shelves full and merchandised as well as providing next-level customer service. This position would suit an experienced manager wanting to take the next step in their career. Key responsibilities for this role include: Work alongside the Grocery leadership team to meet and exceed agreed KPI's Engage and build positive relationships with suppliers, sales reps and merchandisers Utilise our SAP business reporting systems to the store's advantage Ensure stock data integrity is maintained at all times Analyse sales, profitability and product performance Oversee stock movement in the Dry Goods department Set up new products and manage product deletions Manage and order stock in conjunction with the Grocery Operations Manager Manage customer orders and enquiries Drive to find the best deals for our customers Create a positive environment for your team with opportunities for development Where required, organise and lead the daily operations of the grocery/online department Commitment to our Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate: Procurement experience within the supermarket industry Experience of building successful, strong relationships The ability to lead and work alongside others Analytical, self-motivated and showing initiative Effective communication with suppliers Organisation, accountability and strong planning ability High levels of commitment to the business Honest, resilient and reliable Ability to train others What we will provide the right person: An upmarket supermarket design with customers at the heart of everything we do Supportive Owner Operators A competitive salary package based on experience Training and development opportunities Access to the Foodstuffs South Island Leadership Academy Days and hours will be discussed during the interview process. If you possess a competitive streak and have what it takes to be successful in this role, then apply now! Please include your availability, work experience and fill in all parts of the application. Applications are considered as soon as they are submitted. Applications close on Sunday 22nd September. #J-18808-Ljbffr
