Fill Operations Lead - Team Swarm Coordinator

Woolworths Group; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

Sonder assistance program

Global career opportunities

Job summary

Woolworths Group in Canterbury, New Zealand, seeks an Operations/Store Leadership professional to oversee daily store routines, manage stock, and lead teams to deliver high standards. You will mentor staff, ensure safety and compliance, and step in as Acting Store Manager on scheduled shifts.

The role offers collaboration across teams, opportunities to influence store performance, and a dynamic, customer-focused work environment within a large nationwide retailer.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a team setting with a focus on coaching and development.
• Strong focus on process improvement and daily operational discipline.
• Ability to build and sustain cross-functional partnerships.
• Good understanding of compliance and safety standards in a store/retail environment.
• Availability for weekend shifts (four per month) and at least one evening per week.

Responsibilities

• Execute operations & stock management to ensure timely, accurate routines.
• Lead and develop team members, promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Maintain store standards, ensure correct packaging, and manage overstocks.
• Proactively escalate process issues to the Function Lead for resolution.
• Step in as Acting Store Manager on shifts and support leadership initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Process excellence

Collaboration

Compliance awareness

Weekend shifts

Job description

Woolworths Group in Canterbury, New Zealand, seeks an Operations/Store Leadership professional to oversee daily store routines, manage stock, and lead teams to deliver high standards. You will mentor staff, ensure safety and compliance, and step in as Acting Store Manager on scheduled shifts.

The role offers collaboration across teams, opportunities to influence store performance, and a dynamic, customer-focused work environment within a large nationwide retailer.