Grocery Assistant Manager

Are you well experienced in the supermarket industry? Are you an existing Grocery Assistant Manager or Supervisor or a career driven experienced leader seeking a change or a fresh new challenge?
This position is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, self-confident, team player who enjoys the challenges of a fast paced supermarket. Being an integral member of the Grocery management team, you will have a significant responsibility and will need to possess the appropriate skills to help lead the daily operations of this busy department in our store.
This is a permanent, full-time position with a Tuesday to Saturday work week. Some early starts and late finishes will be required. Current industry and SAP experience will be essential.
There will be the potential for opportunities for future development and growth within this role for the successful applicant at store level and via Foodstuffs provided training programmes.
You will ideally, but not necessarily, have worked within in a Foodstuffs supermarket environment and can demonstrate the following attributes:
Dedication to customer service
Ability to analyse data from our SAP Business system
Proven Leadership skills
Developed organisation and planning skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels
Attention to detail
Expected to undertake Duty Manager’s role overseeing the entire supermarket
General Managers Certificate essential and Forklift OSH and F endorsement preferable
Knowledge of ESL shelf labelling system.
The key responsibilities of the successful applicant include:
Inventory management
The achievement of sales, gross profit and wage budgets
Ensuring the highest standards of merchandising are achieved and maintained
Organising, leading and coaching of staff
Maintaining our Health & Safety and Food Safety standards within your department
Please note - Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.