Job Title: Merchandise Manager - Bourke, NSW
Location: Bourke, NSW, AUS, ****
Workplace Type: On-Site
Experience Level:
Job Type: Full Time
If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.
We're a local employer with a local heartbeat, backed by global resources.
We're guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first.
We act with integrity.
We are stronger together.
We deliver with excellence.
An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially focused
Merchandise Manager
to lead the merchandise function at our
Bourke
branch.
You'll lead a key area of the business, mentor and support a high performing team, and work alongside producers in a region renowned for its sheep, wool, cattle, cotton and broadacre farming enterprises.
About Bourke, NSW
Located on the banks of the iconic Darling River,
Bourke
offers a rewarding regional lifestyle and the opportunity to become part of a welcoming rural community.
With a strong agricultural industry, affordable living, active sporting clubs, a vibrant local community, wide open spaces and those famous big outback sunsets, Bourke is an ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle.
Immerse yourself in regional Australia, you'll enjoy genuine community connections, a fantastic work-life balance and the opportunity to make a real impact supporting local producers in one of Australia's most important pastoral regions.
It's more than just a career move; it's a lifestyle prospect.
What You'll Do:
Reporting to the Branch Manager you will oversee merchandise sales, inventory, pricing, margins, campaigns and store presentation, while supporting the ongoing development of the merchandise team.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you can combine your rural product knowledge, commercial capability and customer relationship skills to drive sustainable business growth.
In addition, you will:
Lead the implementation of merchandise sales campaigns and operational strategies




Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
Identify new sales opportunities and initiatives to grow the branch's customer base
Manage merchandise inventory, stock control, stocktakes and product obsolescence
Monitor pricing, margins, stock turns and overall merchandise performance
Plan and deliver merchandise promotions and in-store product displays
Support budgeting, business planning and financial performance reporting
Coach and develop merchandise sales, support and administration team members
Build product knowledge and customer service capability across the team
Support Account Managers to identify merchandise opportunities within their customer portfolios
Act as second-in-charge and support the wider operation of the branch when required
Maintain compliance with company safety policies, relevant legislation and hazardous substance requirements
What You'll Bring:
You are a commercially minded rural merchandise professional who enjoys building relationships, leading people and delivering results.
You will ideally bring:
Previous experience in rural merchandise sales, retail operations or agribusiness
Strong knowledge of agricultural products and local farming systems
Experience managing inventory, margins, pricing and sales performance
The ability to identify commercial opportunities and develop new business
Strong customer service and relationship management skills
Experience coaching, supporting or leading operational teams
Sound organisational and problem-solving capability
Confidence using business systems and analysing operational performance
A proactive, accountable approach and a strong commitment to workplace safety
A current motor vehicle licence




Agsafe accreditation and demonstrated workplace health and safety knowledge
What You'll Get:
Competitive salary package, including remote location allowance considerations for candidates relocating to Bourke
Access to incentive opportunities
Company vehicle
Ongoing training and development to support your career ambitions
Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
Purchased leave scheme benefits
An additional day of leave each year with Nutrien Day
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to Australian agriculture and regional communities
Build your career with a company committed to Going Further for Australian Farmers
At Nutrien, we're committed to Feeding the Future.
As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset!
Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.
Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.
This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process.
To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks.
Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien Ag Solutions is not liable for any received.
At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.
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📌 Merchandise Manager - Bourke, Nsw (New South Wales)
🏢 Nutrien
📍 New South Wales