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Competitive remuneration + benefits
Flexible working conditions + free parking
Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative
Mō te whai wāhi | About the opportunity
Lead. Drive results. Build a high-performing team at Farmlands.
This is more than a retail leadership role.
As our Multi-site Branch Manager, you'll lead the Farmlands Tauranga and Te Puna teams while building strong relationships across the local farming and Horticulture community. You'll be responsible for driving store performance, developing your people, and delivering an exceptional experience for our shareholders and customers. Supporting a diverse customer base across sheep and beef, dairy, horticulture and lifestyle farming, you'll play an important role in helping Tauranga and Te Puna's rural sector thrive.
Where you'll add value:
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team
Build strong relationships with shareholders, customers and the wider community
Deliver on agreed objectives and KPIs while driving continuous improvement
Manage budgets, P&L and financial performance
Be a visible presence on the shop floor, supporting customers and mentoring team members
Identify opportunities to grow sales and strengthen customer loyalty
Mōhou ake | About you
You're a people-focused leader who enjoys building strong teams, creating great customer experiences, and delivering commercial results.
You'll likely bring:
Experience leading successful teams in a retail, rural, agricultural or customer-facing environment
Strong relationship-building and customer service skills
Knowledge of rural products, services or farming communities
Commercial acumen and confidence managing financial performance
Experience coaching and developing team members
Strong computer skills and confidence using modern technology
A practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to jump in where needed
Mō ngā painga | About the benefits
Lead a business that sits at the heart of the farming and Horticulture community
Enjoy the autonomy to drive results, grow relationships and make decisions that matter
Build your leadership career with New Zealand's largest farming co-operative
Competitive remuneration package, staff discounts and access to Farmlands shareholding benefits
Ongoing learning and professional development
Generous leave entitlements: paid birthday leave, leave purchase opportunity, sick leave from Day 1 and enhanced parental leave
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.
Te Tono | How to apply
Fire through your CV and we'll do the rest.
Applications close: 31 August 2026.
Mō te Tukanga | About the Process
The future doesn't stand still, and neither do we. As part of our commitment to innovation, we may use Sam, our AI Recruitment Assistant, during the recruitment process.
If you're invited to chat with Sam, we'd encourage you to give it a go. It's quick, conversational, and can be completed at a time that suits you. It's simply another way for us to get to know you and learn more about what you could bring to Farmlands.
And don't worry – real people review every application and remain at the heart of every hiring decision.
You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks include references, Ministry of Justice check, right to work, driver’s licence check, and ACC history. Additional checks may apply for some roles.
