About this role
### Location
Bay of Plenty District, Canterbury, Hamilton & North Waikato, Northland, Otago, Southland, Taranaki, Tasman & Nelson, Taupo & Southern Waikato, Wellington, West Coast
Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō
At Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.
Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.
Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.
He kupu mō mātou | About us
We love Kiwi dairy farmers and know they're pretty awesome. For generations, they have relied on hard work, ingenuity, and each other to create the kind of goodness that fuels our families, connects our communities and supports our economy.
At Farm Source, the same co-operative spirit that our farmers and their communities share drives our team. We make farming easier so farmers can continue to concentrate on what they do best - producing high-quality New Zealand milk in the most sustainable way. This means growing and supporting the right people - smart people with plenty of 'roll-your-sleeves up' energy to rise to the challenge. Whether you're on the farm getting your gumboots dirty or connecting over a coffee at our local stores, you'll get the mahi done as part of a trusted team - backed by good people, the right products, innovative solutions, and industry-leading expertise. So why not join us? Whether you're on the farm getting your gumboots dirty or connecting over a coffee at our local stores, you'll be getting the mahi done as part of a trusted team.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity
We are looking for superstar Sales Specialists to join our Farm Source store network across New Zealand. In this customer-focused role, you'll provide sound farming product advice to our loyal customers while getting involved in everything from merchandising and stock presentation to delivering exceptional customer service.
As part of your day-to-day responsibilities, you'll also assist with administrative tasks such as processing customer orders and invoices, updating product pricing and stock levels in our systems, maintaining accurate records and store documentation, and supporting end-of-day cash balancing and banking preparation.
No two days are the same, and you'll thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where you can make a real difference to our farming communities.
With opportunities to develop your agricultural knowledge, build valuable retail experience, and explore a range of career pathways across the wider business, Farm Source is a great place to grow your career. By registering your interest, you'll be considered for future full-time, part-time, and casual opportunities at Farm Source stores nationwide.
We are inviting expressions of interest for the following role types:
- Full-time Permanent: Typically working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, plus rostered Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
- Part-time: Flexible working hours may be available for the right candidate.
- Casual: Opportunities available on an as-needed basis.
You’ll never be bored in this fast-paced role!
With the opportunity to hone your agricultural expertise and open the door to multiple career pathways throughout the wider business, there couldn’t be a better place to start
Please note : Farm Source has stores located throughout New Zealand, with locations across Northland, Auckland/Franklin, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, Manawatū/Whanganui, Wellington/Wairarapa, Tasman/Marlborough, Canterbury, Otago, and Southland.
For a full list of Farm Source store locations, please click here. (https://store.nzfarmsource.co.nz/contact-us/store-locator)
Mōu | About You
You’ll be a self-motivated and adaptable team member with strong customer service and communication skills. Whether your background is in retail, customer service, farming, or agriculture, you'll bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a passion for supporting our customers.
Ideally, you’ll have some prior customer service/sales experience and a connection to the agricultural industry. That said, we’re equally open to those looking to make a move straight off farm or who are current customer experts keen to learn all about the ag/dairy industry.
Sound like you, other key things we’re on the lookout for includes:
- Rural experience would be beneficial, but not essential.
- Clean drivers license
- A good level of physical fitness, including the ability to safely lift up to 23kg.
- Some roles require OSH certification; however, this is not essential for all positions.
Ngā Aura | Our Values At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz (https://values.fonterra.com/?utm_source=internal+job+ad&utm_medium=job+ad&utm_campaign=imagine+tomorrow&utm_term=&utm_content=values)
Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
- Fair and equitable pay
- Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
- Professional development opportunities
- Career growth support
- Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
- Employee recognition
- Support for community involvement and cultural connection
To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers (https://www.fonterra.com/nz/en/careers.html?utm_campaign=talentacquisition&utm_medium=jobad&utm_source=fonterracareers)
Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.
Tātou Tātou | Join Us Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.
You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.
He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion. Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).
Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.
If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.
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