Assistant Store Manager

PGG Wrightson; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Sales and technical training

Team collaboration

Small close-knit team

Retail buying privileges

Long-term career with PGG Wrightson

Job summary

PGG Wrightson is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our Oamaru Rural Supplies team. You will work closely with the Store Manager to ensure a high standard of customer service and efficient store operations in the local rural sector.

Based in Oamaru, this full-time role offers leadership opportunities, staff supervision, and the chance to build a long-term career with one of New Zealand's leading rural businesses.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proven sales ability and supervisory experience, with knowledge of the local rural sector.
• A sound understanding of dairy, arable, sheep and beef farming practices.
• Experience in computer administration, retail operations and inventory management.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to support and motivate a team.
• A drive to succeed in a competitive environment and grow market share.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth through superior technical advice and exceptional in-store service.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience and resolve client queries promptly.
• Support the Store Manager with administrative and operational tasks.
• Manage the store in the Store Manager's absence, acting as the first point of contact for clients and team members.

Skills

Sales experience

Supervisory

Communication

Inventory management

Retail operations

Farming knowledge

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your career?

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Store Manager to join our Oamaru Rural Supplies team.

This role would suit someone looking for more responsibility and the next challenge in their career. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in customer service, and has a genuine interest in the rural sector.

PGG Wrightson is one of New Zealand's leading providers of products and services to the rural sector. Through our knowledge, service and expertise, we're helping grow the country.

• Leadership development and learning opportunities.
• Extensive sales and technical training.
• Work alongside an experienced team and with colleagues across the wider PGG Wrightson business.
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team of five.
• Employee retail buying privileges.
• Build a long term career with one of New Zealand's most recognised rural businesses.

This is a full time position based in our Oamaru Rural Supplies store, working Monday to Friday with rostered Saturday mornings.

About the role

Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll help support the efficient and profitable operation of the Oamaru store while delivering exceptional service to our rural clients.

You'll be part of a close-knit team of five and work closely with Technical Field Representatives and colleagues across PGG Wrightson to support farmers and growers throughout the region.

This role offers plenty of variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work closely with local farming clients across the region.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth through superior technical advice and exceptional in-store service.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience and resolve client queries promptly.
• Support the Store Manager with administrative and operational tasks.
• Manage the store in the Store Manager's absence, acting as the first point of contact for clients and team members.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proven sales ability and supervisory experience, with knowledge of the local rural sector.
• A sound understanding of dairy, arable, sheep and beef farming practices.
• Experience in computer administration, retail operations and inventory management.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to support and motivate a team.
• A drive to succeed in a competitive environment and grow market share.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your leadership skills, work with a supportive team, and grow your career with PGG Wrightson, we'd love to hear from you.