Part-Time Receiving Assistant, Wed-Fri

About the role

Farmers, New Zealand's largest department store, is looking for a part-time Receiving Assistant in Hastings. The role covers the receiving and dispatching of goods so that merchandise reaches the trading floor quickly and orders are sent to customers on time. It is described as a behind-the-scenes but pivotal position, involving daily contact with the management team, the distribution centre and team members.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the receiving of merchandise so it reaches the trading floor smoothly and quickly
• Ensure orders are dispatched to customers on time
• Liaise with the management team, the distribution centre and team members on a daily basis

Required profile

• Physically fit and comfortable lifting and moving large amounts of stock every day
• Ability to work independently, stay calm under pressure and take initiative
• Entitlement to work in New Zealand; proof of entitlement is requested during selection and original documents are needed at interview

Required skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Good administration skills and attention to detail
• Proven computer skills

The position is part-time, Wednesday to Friday, 8:00am to 1:30pm.