Operations Manager

Operations Manager – PAK’nSAVE Papamoa, Papamoa Beach

We are after a powerhouse experienced leader who thrives on fast-paced action, high standards, and delivering results through people.

At Pak n’ Save Papamoa, we’re not just about groceries, we’re about giving our customers a sweet as shopping experience every time they walk through our doors. To keep that experience fresh, we’re looking for a talented Operations Manager to join our senior leadership team and help us run a tight, efficient ship.

What’s the role all about?

As our Operation Manager, you will be a vital part of the senior leadership team reporting directly to the Store Owner and primary responsibility for keeping our front of house operations humming. You will support department managers, ensuring high operational and presentation standards are implemented across the store, while playing a key role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. This is a leadership role that’s hands-on, high-impact, and core to the store’s success.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Driving day-to-day operational excellence across all departments
• Continually striving to exceed store standards
• Coaching and mentoring department managers to lead high-performing teams
• Ensuring stock control, supplier management, and replenishment activities are collaborative and engaging
• Supporting the execution of pricing, display, and promotional activities
• Maintaining a customer focused service culture by meeting our Fresh As, Sweet As, Cheap As, promise
• Supporting store wide compliance activities, especially in health & safety, and food safety
• Contributing to roster planning and team development across Departments

What we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced large FMCG supermarket environment
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills, fair and approachable
• Ability to execute plans with precision and adapt when things don’t go to plan
• A hands-on leader who builds team culture and inspires performance
• FMCG experience is a must; supermarket or fresh food experience is a big bonus
• Computer literacy, a good head for numbers, and solid admin skills
• Physically fit and capable of meeting the demands of a 7 day, 24 hour operation.

What’s in it for you?

• A senior role in a store known for innovating and leading the way.
• Support from a team of passionate leaders who have got your back
• The freedom and autonomy to put your stamp on store execution in a collaborative environment
• Competitive and comprehensive salary package with relocation support if needed, live where you play!

About Us:

Pak’n Save Papamoa is part of the Foodstuffs Co-op, the force behind NZ’s biggest and most loved grocery brands (Pak n’ Save, New World, Four Square). We’re proudly Kiwi-owned and driven by doing good for our customers, our team, and our community.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and help lead a high-performing team?

Apply now and take the next step where you can make a real difference every day.

Applicants must be NZ citizens, residents.

This position will close upon a successful applicant being appointed; please note applications will be assessed as they are received. So don’t delay if you want to be considered.