Farmlands the largest farmer owned co-operative in the country, found at over 80 locations nationwide. A farming co-operative, we have over 1,000 staff covering the width and breadth of New Zealand with more than 76,000 shareholders nationwide. Our size and scope mean we can offer unrivalled career growth opportunities and the chance to develop your knowledge of a wide range of farming products and services.

The role

We're seeking a Retail Business Manager for our successful Blenheim store.

The role offers the chance to advance your leadership skills and experience in a positive and motivated environment. We have a performance culture with a healthy competitiveness, and we believe trust and sharing of information is key to our success. The role has clarity and expectations are clear, and we share to grow and become together stronger.

Leading a positive and engaged retail team of 10 and creating progressive cohesion with our technical sales team, you will be involved daily with:

Leading, coaching and motivating your team to sales success
Collaborating with the team and be a "hands on" leader to help them achieve results
Delivering on agreed objectives and KPIs
Managing budgets, P&L and financials
Taking responsibility for achieving personal and team-based results
Seeking continuous improvement

We offer

A competitive salary
Personal insurances - medical, life and income protection
Discounted shareholder opportunity and at Farmland card holder partner organisations
Discounted purchasing through Farmlands stores
Laptop/mobile/uniform
Excellent training
Genuine opportunities to develop your career

What you'll bring in return

You'll have a proven track record of leading and managing successful teams ideally in the retail environment. You will be highly organised with a strong focus on sales processes. You will also have:

The ability to build solid client relationships and encourage repeat business
Sound knowledge of the viticulture sector and rural products and services in general (preferred)
Strong commercial business acumen and knowledge of financial ledgers
Solid computer skills and enjoy working with up-to-date technology
A willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and help when necessary
Energy, optimism, and enthusiasm
Availability for 7-day trading
A passion and drive to ensure your team succeeds

Apply today

Are you our next Farmlander? Don't miss out on this opportunity! Apply now - we'd love to hear from you.