Store Merchandising Assistant

Foodstuffs NZ; Rotorua; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

New World Westend Rotorua is looking for a Store Merchandising Assistant to join our Grocery team. You will be responsible for maintaining attractive displays, replenishing stock, rotating products, and helping create an outstanding shopping experience for our customers.

The role requires strong merchandising and presentation skills, excellent customer service, and the flexibility to work weekends in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position is based in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty.

Qualifications

• Excellent merchandising and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational and self-management abilities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Physical fitness and the ability to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and hours.

Responsibilities

• Merchandising and replenishing stock.
• Building and maintaining eye-catching displays.
• Rotating stock and checking product quality.
• Ensuring shelves are well presented and fully stocked.
• Assisting customers with enquiries and product knowledge.
• Handling customer concerns professionally.
• Contributing to a positive shopping experience that encourages repeat business.

Skills

Merchandising

Display planning

Stock replenishment

Customer service

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Manual handling

Job description

New World Westend Rotorua

Are you motivated, reliable, and passionate about delivering exceptional customer service?

STORE MERCHANDISING ASSISTANT (Fulltime)

New World Westend Rotorua

Are you motivated, reliable, and passionate about delivering exceptional customer service?

New World Westend Rotorua is looking for an enthusiastic Store Merchandising Assistant to join our Grocery team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

About the Role

As a Store Merchandising Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring our store is presented to the highest standard at all times. You will be responsible for maintaining attractive displays, replenishing stock, rotating products, and helping create an outstanding shopping experience for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Merchandising and replenishing stock


• Building and maintaining eye-catching displays


• Rotating stock and checking product quality


• Ensuring shelves are well presented and fully stocked


• Assisting customers with enquiries and product knowledge


• Handling customer concerns professionally


• Contributing to a positive shopping experience that encourages repeat business

What We're Looking For

The successful applicant will have:

• Excellent merchandising and presentation skills


• Strong organisational and self-management abilities


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• A high level of attention to detail


• Excellent customer service skills


• Physical fitness and the ability to carry out manual handling tasks


• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and hours


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

What We Offer

At New World Westend, we are committed to providing a positive and supportive workplace where our team members can grow and develop their careers.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Career progression within the Foodstuffs network


• A workplace that values teamwork, respect, and customer service excellence

Applicants Must

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand


• Be available to work flexible hours, including weekends if required


• Be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the role

Location: Bay of Plenty, North Island, Rotorua

Closing Date: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.