Grocery Manager - Four Square

 

The Four Square brand is part of the DNA of New Zealand, with generations of Kiwis growing up with our stores at the heart of their communities. At Four Square, we pride ourselves on delivering fresh food, great value, and friendly local service every day.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Grocery Manager to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in high standards, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and enjoys leading from the front.

As Grocery Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Grocery Department, ensuring shelves are full, standards are high, stock is managed effectively, and customers enjoy an outstanding shopping experience.

This role is ideal for someone looking to further their career in FMCG retail and who has a passion for excellence, team development, and operational performance.

 

The primary purpose of this role is to:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Grocery Department, ensuring high presentation and merchandising standards are maintained at all times
• Drive sales, availability, and department performance through strong stock management and execution
• Manage inventory, stock flow, and replenishment to minimise gaps, reduce waste, and maximise sales opportunities
• Ensure accurate stock rotation (FIFO), stock handling, and back-stock management processes are followed consistently
• Maintain excellent store presentation standards, ensuring aisles are clean, full, ticketed, and customer-ready
• Lead, coach, and develop the team to achieve operational and customer service excellence
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management within the department
• Work alongside leadership to achieve sales, wage, GP, and productivity targets
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the department
• Ensure Health & Safety and Food Safety standards are consistently met and maintained
• Lead by example and contribute to a positive, hardworking, team-focused culture

Our ideal applicant will:

• Have a minimum of 2–4 years’ experience leading teams in a retail or supermarket environment (grocery experience preferred).
• Be highly organised with strong planning and time management skills.
• Have proven experience in stock management, merchandising, and retail presentation standards.
• Be process-driven and highly detail-oriented.
• Be confident using SAP for ordering, stock management, reporting, inventory control, and identifying sales and stock opportunities.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop and motivate a team.
• Have excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Be confident making decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Take pride in achieving high standards and holding teams accountable.
• Be physically fit and capable of working in a hands-on retail environment.
• Be highly committed to the Health & Safety of the team, customers, and business.
• Lead by example, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

What’s in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a proudly locally owned and operated business. You will have the chance to make a real impact within the store, grow your leadership capability, and work alongside a passionate team committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience.

 

If you are passionate about retail, thrive on high standards, and are ready to take ownership of a key department, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply below with your CV and cover letter.

All employment offers are subject to background checks, including references and Ministry of Justice checks. Applicants must be able to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

You must be an NZ Citizen or hold New Zealand Permanent Resident status.