Assistant Night Fill Trading Manager

Foodstuffs South Island Limited; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Includes one weekend day

Evening night shift 8:30pm–7am

Job summary

PAK’nSAVE Blenheim is part of Foodstuffs South Island Limited, and the Night Fill team leader position supports the Night Fill Trading Manager to drive a high‑performing nightly operation. You will help organise and guide the Night Fill crew to ensure optimal stock presentation, inventory control and customer readiness each morning.

The successful candidate will have an NZQF level 5 qualification or relevant experience, strong SAP/Excel skills, and at least 3 years in a supervisory retail role.

Qualifications

• NZQF level 5 qualification or 3 years relevant work experience.
• Sound SAP and Excel capabilities to achieve supermarket financial KPI’s.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management or supervisory role in retail or supermarket.

Responsibilities

• Support the Night Fill Trading Manager in leading and motivating the Night Fill team.
• Assist in ensuring stock presentation and shelf-fill standards are maintained across all Dry Goods departments.
• Help coordinate and prioritise nightly workloads to achieve operational goals.
• Supervise team members and provide guidance when required.
• Assist with rostering, attendance management and workforce planning within budget requirements.
• Support the training, coaching and development of team members.
• Assist with stocktakes, inventory control and accurate system updates.
• Monitor and maintain Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance standards.
• Promote a positive team culture focused on safety, customer service and continuous improvement.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently where required.
• Act in the absence of the Night Fill Trading Manager when required.
• Work collaboratively with department managers to ensure store readiness and customer expectations are met.

Skills

Leadership

SAP

Excel

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Health & Safety

Continuous improvement

Education

NZQF level 5 qualification

Tools

SAP

Excel

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What You'll Do

• Support the Night Fill Trading Manager in leading and motivating the Night Fill team.
• Assist in ensuring stock presentation and shelf-fill standards are maintained across all Dry Goods departments.
• Help coordinate and prioritise nightly workloads to achieve operational goals.
• Supervise team members and provide guidance when required.
• Assist with rostering, attendance management and workforce planning within budget requirements.
• Support the training, coaching and development of team members.
• Assist with stocktakes, inventory control and accurate system updates.
• Monitor and maintain Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance standards.
• Promote a positive team culture focused on safety, customer service and continuous improvement.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently where required.
• Act in the absence of the Night Fill Trading Manager when required.
• Work collaboratively with department managers to ensure store readiness and customer expectations are met.

What We're Looking For

• An NZQF level 5 qualification or 3 years relevant work experience
• Sound SAP and Excel capabilities to achieve supermarket financial KPI’s
• Proven decision-making abilities with exceptional organisational, presentation and planning skills.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management or supervisory role in retail or supermarket
• Strong IT skills – confident with spreadsheets and systems
• Great attitude and an always-improving mindset
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively
• Commitment to Health & Safety and team wellbeing

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Inventory control experience.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Experience with supermarket systems and processes.
• Previous experience in a leadership or senior team member role.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills and progress your career within a successful and growing business. You'll work alongside an experienced management team, contribute to a high-performing operation, and play a key role in ensuring our store is ready for customers every morning.

If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career and help lead a dedicated Night Fill team, we'd love to hear from you.

• Permanent Full-Time Position
• Reporting to the Night Fill Trading Manager
• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Includes one weekend day
• Sunday to Wednesday - 8:30pm to 7am.

PAK’nSAVE Blenheim is an Immigration Accredited Employer.