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Permanent Full-TimeWorkplace TypeOn-siteCountryNew ZealandLocationCanterburyPosition DescriptionImagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia t ppAt 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. He kupu m mtou | About Us | Farm SourceWe love Kiwi dairy farmers and know they're pretty awesome. For generations, they have relied on hard work, ingenuity and each other to create the kind of goodness that fuels our families, connects our communities and supports our economy.At Farm Source, that same co-operative spirit drives our team. We make farming easier so our farmers can focus on what they do best, producing high-quality New Zealand milk in the most sustainable way. That means having the right people on our team: practical, customer-focused people with plenty of roll-your-sleeves-up energy. Whether you're getting your gumboots dirty or connecting with customers in store, you'll get the mahi done as part of a trusted team, backed by great people, the right products, innovative solutions and industry-leading expertise.So why not join us? M tnei tranga | About the OpportunityAs Assistant Store Manager at our Leeston Farm Source store, you'll work alongside the Store Manager to lead the team, deliver great customer service and drive store performance.You'll lead from the front, supporting day-to-day operations, sales and Health and Safety while helping create a positive, collaborative environment where the team can do their best work. Mu | About YouWe're looking for someone with a strong customer focus, a positive can-do attitude and the confidence to step up and lead. You'll enjoy working in a busy, hands-on environment and be comfortable juggling priorities and pitching in where needed.Ideally, you'll bring:Customer service or retail experienceLeadership or people management experience, either formal or informalStrong communication and relationship-building skillsAn understanding of dairy, farming or agriculture is helpful, but not essentialThe ability to motivate and support othersPhysical fitness and the ability to regularly lift productAvailability to work Saturday mornings (9am–12pm) on a rotating roster Our Values | Ng AuraAt 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. Our Commitment to You | T mtou oatiWe care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:Fair and equitable payHealth and wellbeing programmes, including medical and mental health supportProfessional development opportunitiesCareer growth supportWork-life balance options, including flexible or hybrid working where possibleEmployee recognitionSupport for community involvement and cultural connection  A Career of Opportunities | Ng MahiAt 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.