Te Kuiti - Customer Service Representative
Te Kauwhata
Join our small, close-knit PGG Wrightson Te Kauwhata team as a Customer Service Representative. We are looking for a switched-on team player who is committed to great customer service, has a keen interest in the agricultural sector and is looking to build a career in this exciting industry.
This role will suit an all-rounder, someone who enjoys a variety of tasks, you'll be competent at administration work and also willing to jump on the forklift.
PGG Wrightson is one of New Zealand's leading nationwide providers of products and services to the rural sector. We are helping grow the country through our knowledge, service and expertise. This is a full-time role based in the Te Kauwhata Rural Supplies store, Monday to Friday, and may require working on rostered Saturday mornings.
About the role
Based in-store, you will provide knowledgeable sales advice and service to a range of both agricultural and horticultural clients. You'll be heavily involved in the day-to-day manual operation of the store such as assisting with stock management and displays, sales processing and deliveries.You'll have a keen interest and passion for the local agriculture industry, and your excellent communication skills will set you apart.
Duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Provide sound advice to a variety of customers based on their needs
- Pro-actively solve queries and problems from customers, suppliers and other staff
- Process sales and product requests with efficiency
- Order, unpack and display merchandise according to company guidelines
- Undertake forklift, ute and trailer driving, and delivery duties.
Skills and experience include the following:
- Previous experience in the New Zealand rural sector is essential
- A full, current and clean New Zealand driver's licence, forklift license and F endorsement
- Experience driving and backing trailers is highly desired
- A team player who can roll up their sleeves and contribute to outstanding results
- Good physical fitness as regular heavy lifting is required
- Previous retail and/or sales experience is an advantage but not essential
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook is essential.
We are committed to growing our employees and we develop leadership and technical expertise at all levels of our company. We provide extensive in house sales and technical training and offer a number of benefits including retail buying privileges.
Grounded in experience - from season to season, we've been working alongside farmers for over 170 years. Get a foot in the door and build your career with PGG Wrightson.
Apply now, applications may close early!
For a confidential discussion please contact Kiri-Arne Evans, Store Manager on 027 5667783
To find out more about working at PGG Wrightson or to view other opportunities please visit careers.pggwrightson.co.nz
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Applications close on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.