Emerging Supplier Manager

Things move quickly here at Foodies and our Merchandise team is no exception. This is the team that connects the product to the customer decisions around range pricing promotions and how we show up on the shelf. From partnering with suppliers to digging into the data were always striving to deliver better value and better experiences for our customers.

Were an ambitious bunch who value clarity accountability and follow-through and in a nutshell would describe our culture as work hard have a laugh. Weve got some real momentum heading into the second half of 2026 and are looking for people passionate about shaping how we win and grow together.

Join us and feed the South.

As our Emerging Supplier Manager youll own our Emerging Supplier Programme supporting new suppliers navigate their entry into the Foodies South Island network. This is a newly created role for us here in the South and the programme is yours to implement and run end-to-end. Youll connect into the National Emerging Supplier Programme to build alignment share learnings and strengthen our approach - ensuring our programme makes the impact we want it to.

As the face of Emerging Suppliers youll partner directly with suppliers at the early stage of their journey providing guidance coaching and clear expectations so they can successfully establish themselves and grow.

This role is based in Christchurch. If youre currently elsewhere and thinking this could be a good excuse to make a move great! Were open to helping make a move happen for the right person.

Key accountabilities

• Own and implement the Emerging Supplier Programme for Foodstuffs South Island
• Create and maintain clear guidance tools and resources to support supplier onboarding and development
• Work alongside Category Managers to identify and progress Emerging Supplier opportunities
• Attend national forums and events to build supplier relationships and strengthen the Emerging Supplier pipeline

Youll have strong understanding of how we work at Foodies and know how products move from idea to shelf. Youll know how to coach and guide others bringing people on the journey while keeping things moving forward. Ideally youll also bring:

• Experience in FMCG or a similar commercial environment
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to navigate differing views and still land outcomes
• Clear and confident communication able to translate complex inputs into practical actions
• Strong planning and organisational capability managing multiple moving parts without losing focus
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of trade-offs across range pricing and value

Dont Meet Every Requirement We encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for individuals with diverse experiences and are keen to hear from those who believe they have the drive and potential to succeed in this role.

Ready to take on the challenge Click apply to apply for the role!Applications will close11:59pm Sunday 5 July 2026 and will only be accepted via our careers site.

Keen on joining the team but think this might not be the right role for you Were hiring for other roles within our merchandise team as well and have some exiting work in the pipeline! Click below to check them out:

• Category Review Delivery Manager
• Senior Category Manager
• Category Manager
• Customer Insights Analyst

If you have any questions about the role or experience any issuessubmittingyour application please email

• Our approach to flexible working is based on trusting and empowering our peopleto managetheir time and deliver results while balancing the needs of their personal lives.
• Werecommitted toequitableoutcomes andwe offeradditionalpaid parental leave free periodproductsand financial health checks to name a few.
• We support your wellbeing withSouthern Cross health insurance for you and your family after a qualifying period discounts at local gyms access to online wellbeing toolsand aprayer and privacy roomonsite.
• We offer continuous learning and professional growth as well asaccess to our extensive online training library and endless opportunities.
• Wereproud of our supportiveteam environment andour positiveandfriendly culturethatsmade fun by Furry Friend Fridays and monthly social events!
• Werea Pride Pledge organisation and we are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives every day and we celebrate our diversity as strength.
• Our Papanui based office has free carparking an in-house café.

Werea team of 14000 who make sure South Islanders have access to the groceries and essentials they need. Proudly 100% Kiwi-owned and operated our co-operative has more than180PAKnSAVE New World Four Square and On theSpotstores feeding the South Island.

We value being at the heart of our communities likewevealways been to make the South Island a better place for today and for many generations to come. From sunny Golden Bay all the way to Stewart Islandtheresa Foodstuffs store serving you and your whānau.

Our success is down to our people who bring their skills experience passion andexpertiseto make Foodies an amazing and rewarding place to work. Our co-op has a wide variety of roles to offer and endless opportunities for to to learn a little more about us and the awesome work we do.