Store Person

Foodstuffs NZ; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Recognition for achievements

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Foodstuffs NZ is seeking a reliable Store Person for our Dry Goods team in Ashburton. You’ll help move stock from delivery to shop floor, maintain presentation, safety, and great customer service in a fast-paced environment.

We value accuracy, teamwork, and a proactive approach. If you’re physically fit, able to handle manual tasks, and hold a forklift licence (an advantage), you could thrive in this supportive, growthdnear role with us.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail when handling stock, paperwork, and deliveries.
• Reliability, integrity, and a proactive approach to daily tasks.
• Clear, respectful communication and a positive attitude with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast\u2011paced, hands-on environment.
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and active work.
• Commitment to food safety, workplace safety, and hygiene standards.
• A team\u2011focused mindset that contributes to a supportive, motivated, and safe work culture.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required.
• A current forklift licence would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Ensure stock flows efficiently from delivery to shop floor.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, safety, and customer service across the Dry Goods/Grocery Department.
• Keep storerooms organised and shelves full.
• Assist with inventory and paperwork accuracy.
• Support a safe and hygienic work environment for the team and customers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Customer communication

Time management

Manual handling

Food safety

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Forklift licence

Job description

We’re on the hunt for a reliable, energetic, and customer focused Store Person to join our Dry Goods team. If you enjoy working in a fast paced environment, take pride in keeping things running smoothly, and want to be part of a supportive team culture, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a Store Person, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our stock flows efficiently from delivery to shop floor. You’ll help maintain high standards of presentation, safety, and customer service across the Dry Goods/Grocery Department. Your work helps keep our shelves full, our storerooms organised, and our customers happy.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail when handling stock, paperwork, and deliveries
• Reliability, integrity, and a proactive approach to daily tasks
• Clear, respectful communication and a positive attitude with customers and colleagues
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and active work
• Commitment to food safety, workplace safety, and hygiene standards
• A team‑focused mindset that contributes to a supportive, motivated, and safe work culture
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take ownership of responsibilities
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required
• A current forklift licence would be an advantage

What’s in it for You?

We offer a competitive remuneration package, recognition for your achievements, EAP and the chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Due to application volumes, only candidates progressing to interview will be contacted.

Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered.