Dry Goods Buyer - PAK'nSAVE Blenheim

Business Unit: PAK'nSAVE Blenheim

Job Type: Full time

Job End Date: 07/04/2025

Are you a motivated and detail-orientated professional with a passion for the grocery industry?

At Pak’n Save Blenheim we are passionate about our store and delivering quality products to our customers. We are a dynamic bunch, with a strong focus on good culture within our PAK’n SAVE team.

PAK’nSAVE Blenheim is looking for an experienced Dry Goods Buyer to join our dynamic Dry Goods team and play a key role in the curating and managing our dry goods department.

We seek a dedicated individual with a strong commitment to excellence, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a high level of integrity and work ethic. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-performing team environment and understand the importance of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaising with sales representatives and merchandisers.
• Source, select, and purchase high-quality Drygoods, ensuring variety, value and customer satisfaction
• Maintaining stock control and inventory management.
• Managing financial calculations and budgets.
• Upholding store presentation and operational standards.
• Passion for delivering quality products and enhancing the customer experience
• The Dry Goods Buyer will report to the Commercial Manager and work alongside another Dry Goods Buyer.

About You:

• Analyse sales trends to anticipate customer needs and adjust buying strategies
• Proven experience in Dry goods buying, purchasing, or category management (supermarket or retail preferred)
• Planning and organising promotional displays and space management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Passion for delivering quality products and enhancing the customer experience
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills
• Has experience in stock management, budgeting, and liaising with suppliers.
• Is self-motivated, well-organised, and has strong problem-solving skills.

Work Schedule:

Full-time role – 45 hours per week

Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

What We Offer:

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Uniform provided.
• A supportive and friendly work environment where teamwork and growth are encouraged.
• Opportunities for career development and ongoing training.

Important Information:

Applicants must have New Zealand Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or a valid Work Permit.

Applications Close: 7th April 2025

(We may close applications earlier if we find the ideal candidate, so we encourage early applications.)