Produce & Inwards Goods Supermarket Manager - Invercargill
This is a permanent full-time role requiring flexibility to work weekends, early mornings (from 6am), evenings, and public holidays.
Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain clean, tidy, and well-stocked departments
Ensure stock rotation, date checking, and only the freshest produce is on display to store standards.Organize and delegate daily tasks, routines, and responsibilities
Recruit, train, mentor, and roster staff
Manage stock control using computerized software and handheld units
Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely stock replenishment
Handle record-keeping including temperature checks, date checks, and cleaning schedules
Lead and motivate the team to meet sales targets and key performance indicators
Manage supplier relationships, purchasing, and pricing strategies
Ensure compliance with budgets, council health and safety requirements, and store policies
Respond effectively to unforeseen incidents such as theft or emergencies
Deliver superior customer service and develop strong relationships with stakeholders
Be able to minimize waste and control stock levels are accurately to ensure stock levels are maintained within acceptable level.
Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and team management skills
Solid understanding of budgeting, compliance, human resources, and supply chain managementAbility to formulate and implement purchasing and marketing strategies
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Positive and proactive attitude
Must have excellent product knowledge and be able to identify what items customers prefer and what items are least preferred, during different times of the year.Able to grade produce to ensure the quality is fit for the store and customers.
Qualifications and Experience: Tertiary qualification in Management preferred, or 2–3 years’ work experience in the retail industry
Previous experience supervising a team in a fast-paced environmentPhysically fit, capable of lifting heavy items consistently
Manager’s Certificate (or willing and able to obtain)
First Aid Certificate (or willing and able to obtain)
Forklift Licence (F Endorsed) (or willing and able to obtain)
Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence (or willing and able to obtain)
What We Offer: Supportive management structure
Great working conditionsPersonal development and career growth opportunities
Applicants must hold New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
If you have the passion, energy, and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Days and hours of work, including weekend shifts, will be discussed during the interview process.