Commercial Manager Merchandising, Christchurch

Competitive remuneration + benefits Kiwi-owned brand - Aotearoa’s largest farming co-operative Christchurch based + free parking + flexible working environment Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity We’re excited to announce that due to internal promotion we're now recruiting for a Commercial Manager in our Merchandising Team.Reporting to the Head of Commercial Services, in this role you'll develop, lead, and implement strategies focusing on commercial analysis, planning, process development, and execution to support category management excellence within Farmlands. This will involve: Enabling and managing robust processes for reviewing commercial and contractual relationships with key partners, ensuring favorable and realized commercial terms.Supporting continuous improvement within technology and innovation projects to maximize commercial results and productivity, while providing high service levels to internal and external customers. Overseeing all commercial engagements and processes to support the wider merchandise team in leveraging Farmlands.Supporting business-wide projects and merchandising initiatives. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align results with the broader business strategy and direction. Mōhou ake | About you A dynamic personality that thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced setting.Proven leadership and commercial ability. Project planning, management, and execution skills. Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Creativity, innovation, and the ability to think‘out-of-the-box’ in problem solving. Experience in a merchandise, category management, or supply chain-related role is preferred.Te Tono | How to apply Apply online with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your career growth at Farmlands. Applications close Thursday, 15 May. Mō ngā painga | About the benefits Join a successful team with a track record of achieving targets. There’s a genuine opportunity to make your mark and contribute significantly. Our benefits include:Competitive remuneration package Paid birthday leave Sick leave from Day 1 Staff discounts at Farmlands retail stores Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leave Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer with access to discounts via our Card PartnersAccess to training through our online library, The Greenhouse Flexible working arrangements Free parking at our Support Office Close to eateries and gyms, with great coffee nearby Pet-friendly office - bring your well-behaved furry friend to work Mō matou | About us Farmlands - Te Whenua Tāroa, aims to be the ‘go-to’ for everyone connected to our land. We support Kiwi’s – rain or shine, year-round. We work as one, helping each other, winning together. As New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, with an annual turnover of over $2.3 billion and more than 1200 team members across 80+ locations, we operate in areas from feed production, nutrition, and agronomy to ecommerce, fuel, and distribution. Our foundation is built on community, innovation, and a shared vision for the future.Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Details Team: Merchandising Role: Category Management Location: Christchurch Support Office Employment type: Full-time Job Type: Permanent - full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr