Sales Specialist - Leeston

Position Description At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, 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. By joining our nationwide Farm Source store team, you’re joining a group of agricultural experts and setting yourself up for an outstanding career. We are looking for a super‑star sales specialist to join our local Leeston store; you’ll provide sound farming product advice to our loyal customers and get involved with merchandising, customer service, and entry‑level administrative tasks such as processing customer orders and invoices, updating product pricing and stock levels in our systems, managing store filing, maintaining tidy and accurate records, and supporting end‑of‑day cash balancing and banking preparation. Generally, 3 days on the road and 2 days in‑store, although requirements may change from time to time. 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. Full Time, Permanent: Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8 am till 5 pm with rostered Saturdays. You’ll be a self‑motivated, adaptable team member with excellent customer service and communication skills. You’ll have a high level of physical fitness; we are looking for someone who is hands‑on and able to sustain repetitive manual handling such as lifting our 25 kg bags of product on a daily basis. 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. A good level of physical fitness – you’ll have no trouble getting your daily steps in! Valid forklift license – or willingness to attain one! At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identity 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. 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) Employee recognition Support for community involvement and cultural connection At 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. Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau – bring your whole self, and let’s solve for better together. Together, we’re shaping a future of inclusion | He Wāhi mō te Katoa 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr