Farmlands Looking for Business Manager at Te Awamutu, Waikato Full Time

Farmlands the largest farmer owned co-operative in the country, found at over 80 locations nationwide. A farming co-operative, we have over 1,000 staff covering the width and breadth of New Zealand with more than 76,000 shareholders nationwide. Our size and scope mean we can offer unrivalled career growth opportunities and the chance to develop your knowledge of a wide range of farming products and services.

The role

We’re looking for an experienced people leader to become our new Business Manager for our Te Awamutu store.

The role offers the chance to advance your leadership skills and experience in a positive and motivated environment. Within the wider Waikato region, we have a performance culture with a healthy competitiveness, and we believe trust and sharing of information is key to our success. The role has clarity and expectations are clear, and we share to grow and become together stronger.

Leading a team and liaising with our sales team, you will be involved daily with:

• Leading, coaching and motivating your team to sales success
• Collaborating with the team and be a “hands on” leader to help them achieve results
• Delivering on agreed objectives and KPIs
• Managing budgets, P&L and financials
• Taking responsibility for achieving personal and team-based results
• Seeking continuous improvement

Culture and Benefits

This is a great opportunity be part of a great NZ story that is Farmlands. We also offer:

• A competitive salary
• Personal insurances – medical, life and income protection
• Discounted shareholder opportunity and at Farmland card holder partner organisations
• Discounted purchasing through Farmlands stores
• Laptop/mobile
• Genuine opportunities to develop your career

About You

You will have a proven track record of leading and managing successful teams ideally in the retail environment. You will be highly organised with a strong focus on sales processes. You will also have:

• The ability to build solid client relationships and encourage repeat business
• Sound knowledge of the dairy sector and rural products and services in general (preferred)
• Strong commercial business acumen and knowledge of financial ledgers
• Solid computer skills and enjoy working with up-to-date technology
• A willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and help when necessary
• Energy, optimism, and enthusiasm
• A passion and drive to ensure your team succeeds

Are you our next Farmlander? Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Apply now – we’d love to hear from you.

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