Description:
Merchandise Manager
Job req id: 21538
Date: 2 May 2025
Location: Nyngan, NSW, AU, 2825
We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Merchandise Manager to become part of our team in Nyngan. In this pivotal role within the merchandise department, you'll be instrumental in cultivating enduring relationships with customers while offering specialized advice and services. Your expertise in agricultural products and supplies will be key. This position is ideal for retail and sales professionals seeking to advance their leadership skills.
The role is a 12-month maternity leave cover, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position for the right candidate. We welcome applicants who are available to work from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., accommodating school hours for those with children.
About the Opportunity:
Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will be responsible for managing sales and inventory of animal health, seed, fertiliser, fencing and other agricultural merchandise and products, and driving performance in these categories. You will work closely with store management, agronomists, and sales teams, providing merchandise support such as stock takes, retail operations improvements, on farm meetings, technical information and mentoring to encourage improved performance. You will have input to branch budgets and manage the branch P&L. You will negotiate with suppliers and develop pricing strategies, oversee stock levels and marketing initiatives with the aim of maintaining the businesses competitive position for all lines. You will analyse market trends, climatic and seasonable considerations to ensure Nutrien Ag Solutions is first choice for rural customers in the region.
About You:
To be successful, you will have a strong technical background along with experience within pricing and margin management and sales target achievement through effective category development. The ability to network and identify opportunities for business development will also be key to your success. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to foster solid long-term relationships with customers and key internal stakeholders together with the ability to drive business outcomes and performance. You will also have excellent communication both written and verbal. Ideally you will have exposure to SAP ERP, together with strong MS Excel for reporting. Forklift and heavy rigid licence preferred.
Benefits for you?
- Lucrative bonus/incentive potential
- Competitive salary packaging
- Use of company vehicle
- Access to various corporate discounts and benefits
- Above industry standard parental leave policy
- Purchased leave scheme benefits
Apply today!
If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation offering the opportunity to gain exposure to Australia’s key growth industry, click on the APPLY button or reach out to Branch Manager Phillip Wallace on 0427 487 985 or email him on Phillip.wallace@nutrien.com.au.
To find out more about Nutrien Ag Solutions go to https://www.nutrienagsolutions.com.au/ or follow us on LinkedIn.
Why Nutrien Ag Solutions?
At Nutrien Ag Solutions, our purpose is to grow our world from the ground up and we do so with safety and integrity as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.
For over 150 years, our business has been integral to the Australian agricultural industry. We are committed to providing quality local advice, knowledge and expertise for customers and helping feed Australia’s future. With a national network of more than 700 locations, Nutrien Ag Solutions is one of the largest agribusinesses operating in Australia.
We believe that our diverse workforce is a key strength of our business and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being the leading Australian Agribusiness and Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We champion Australian agriculture and lead the way in innovation and investment in the future of farming.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions’ policies, you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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