Integrated Trading Planning Lead

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

At Farmlands – Te Whenua Tāroa, we’re on a mission to be the No.1 buying group for New Zealand Farmers and Growers. As our Integrated Trading Calendar Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and embedding the operational rhythm that aligns our commercial and operational activities across Farmlands.

This newly created role leads the development and governance of Farmlands’ Annual Trading Rhythm Framework, ensuring all trading and operational activities are coordinated, measured, and executed to plan. You’ll work cross-functionally with leaders across Sales, Retail, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Finance to ensure visibility, accountability, and performance alignment.

In the role you'll :

• Design and implement the Annual Trading Rhythm Framework as a core part of Farmlands’ operating model
• Establish governance models and cadences that connect strategic planning with execution and performance
• Facilitate cross-functional forums, calendars, and critical paths to ensure trading activities are launched successfully
• Develop reporting tools that provide visibility of current and future status, enabling proactive adjustments
• Lead post-activity reviews to identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Support the GM Integrated Business Planning with S&OP cycles

Mōhou ake | About you

You’re a strategic operator with a knack for simplifying complexity and driving alignment. You bring :

• Proven experience in framework development, governance, or operating rhythms in a multi-channel business
• Strong leadership and influence across B2B and B2C environments
• Deep knowledge of operating cadence, governance frameworks, and cross-functional planning
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience in project management and the rural sector (desirable)
• Tertiary qualification in business or a related field (desirable)

Mō ngā painga | What's in it for you

• Great perks from day one – Competitive salary, sick leave from Day 1, paid birthday leave, and flexible working options.
• Support for your whānau – additional parental leave
• Grow with us – Access to our learning platform The Greenhouse and LinkedIn Learning with ongoing development opportunities.
• Everyday extras – Staff discounts at Farmlands stores, exclusive shareholder offers, and free parking at our Christchurch Support Office.
• Everyday life at Farmlands – Pet-friendly office, close to great coffee, gyms, and eateries.

Te Tono | How to apply

Ready to lead the rhythm of our business? Apply now and help shape the future of Farmlands.

Mō matou | About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values : Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.