Fixed Term Sales Specialist - Rakaia

OverviewOur Co-operativeAta whakaarohia to apopo | Imagine Tomorrow with Us.

At Te Matapuna 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.Mo tenei turanga | About the OpportunityBy joining our nationwide Farm Source store team, you're joining a group of agricultural experts and setting yourself up for an outstanding career.

This role is a 12 month fixed term maternity leave cover at our Rakaia store.

You will be providing sound farming product advice to our loyal customers and getting involved in aspects from merchandising to customer service.

You'll also assist with entry-level administrative tasks such as processing customer orders and invoices, updating product pricing and stock levels in our systems, maintaining tidy records, and supporting with end-of-day cash balancing and banking preparation.

This is a fast-paced role with opportunities to develop agricultural expertise and explore career pathways throughout the wider business.ResponsibilitiesProvide sound farming product advice to loyal customersEngage in merchandising and customer serviceAssist with entry-level administrative tasks : processing customer orders and invoices, updating pricing and stock levels, maintaining store records, and supporting end-of-day cash balancing and banking preparationSupport with general store operations to ensure a smooth customer experienceQualifications / About YouYou're self-motivated, adaptable, and have excellent customer service and communication skillsYou'll have a high level of physical fitness and be able to sustain repetitive manual handling (e.g., lifting up to 25 kg bags)Ideally you'll have prior customer service / sales experience and a connection to the agricultural industryWillingness to learn about the ag / dairy industry; open to those moving from farming or existing customer expertsRural experience is beneficial but not essentialA clean driver's licenseValid forklift license, or willingness to attain oneOur ValuesAt Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other.

Our Commitment to YouWe care for our people globally.

Our benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance : Fair and equitable payHealth and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)Professional development opportunitiesCareer growth supportWork-life balance options (flexible / hybrid working where possible)Employee recognitionSupport for community involvement and cultural connectionTo learn more, visit Fonterra Careers.A Career of OpportunitiesAt Te Matapuna 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.Join UsDoes this sound good to you?

Come join our whanau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.You, me, us together, Tatou, tatou.InclusionTogether, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities.

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.Applications close at midnight on Monday 22 September 2025.

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