Inwards Goods Team Member - Te Anau

PlaceMakers Christchurch; Te Anau; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Staff-buying privileges

Employment Education Fund

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

PlaceMakers is seeking a motivated inventory and yard support team member for our Te Anau branch in Southland. This permanent full-time role manages stock levels, processes deliveries, and supports the Yard & Drive Thru operations to ensure smooth daily branch performance.

You will handle stock checks, order processing, customer and supplier communications, and contribute to a safe, efficient workspace. Full NZ driving license required; forklift licence an advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management, stock control, or inwards goods in retail, trade, or distribution.
• Strong computer literacy and numerical skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Using internal systems and digital tools to track, process, and record daily deliveries.
• Managing special orders and ensuring timely communication with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Receiving and checking incoming stock, investigating discrepancies, and resolving out-of-stock items efficiently.
• Processing product returns, repairs, and warranty claims with follow-up for outcomes.
• Delivering outstanding customer service to trade, business, and homeowner customers.
• Supporting the wider branch team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Forklift licence

Job description

Job Type: Permanent
Category: Logistics/Transport
Business: PlaceMakers
Location: Southland
Job Reference: 44527
Posted Date: 12-Nov-2026
Closing Date: 10-Dec-2026

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and organised team member to join our Te Anau branch. This is a pivotal role responsible for managing inventory and maintaining stock levels, while also providing support across our Yard & Drive Thru operations.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Using internal systems and digital tools to accurately track, process, and record daily deliveries
• Managing special orders and ensuring clear, timely communication with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Receiving and checking incoming stock, investigating discrepancies, and resolving out-of-stock items efficiently
• Processing product returns, repairs, and warranty claims, while following up to ensure successful outcomes
• Delivering outstanding customer service to our trade, business, and homeowner customers, creating a positive experience with every interaction
• Supporting the wider branch team as required to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

This is a permanent full-time role, offering 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday with rosters Saturdays.

About You

We're looking for someone with the ambition to grow. This role provides exposure to key branch operations and, for the right candidate, offers a potential pathway into future team leadership opportunities. If you're someone who enjoys taking ownership, supporting others, and continuously developing your skills, we'd love to hear from you.

• Experience in inventory management, stock control, or inwards goods, ideally within a retail, trade, or distribution environment
• Strong computer literacy and numerical skills, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
• Excellent attention to detail and a natural ability to solve problems
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to connect with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative and high-performing team
• A Full New Zealand drivers’ licence is essential, and a forklift licence an advantage.

Our Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate & Staff-buying privileges
• Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
• Employment Education Fund
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive team

Join Us: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

Pre-employment checks

Pre-employment checks including references, medical, drug test and a Criminal background check is required as well as the legal right to work in NZ indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.