Why Nutrien?
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.
We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused Merchandise Manager to join our team in Cooma, NSW. In this key leadership role, you will leverage your agricultural merchandise expertise to build strong customer relationships, drive sales and inventory performance, and lead a high-performing team. Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will play an integral role in supporting business growth, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing to the ongoing success of the branch.
What you’ll do
- Lead the merchandise function for the Cooma branch, managing sales and inventory across ag chem, fertiliser and a broad range of agricultural merchandise products
- Work closely with branch leadership, agronomists and sales teams to support retail operations, stock takes, on-farm customer engagement and technical product support
- Manage stock control and inventory levels to support sales while maintaining stockturn, margin performance and accurate pricing
- Contribute to branch budgets and help manage the overall commercial performance of the branch, including reporting on performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Support the execution of local merchandising, marketing and promotional campaigns and ensure the store is presented in a safe, clean and professional way
- Build strong relationships with customers and identify opportunities to grow the branch through quality service, cross-selling and new business development
- Coach and support team capability across merchandise knowledge, systems, processes and customer service standards
What you’ll bring
- Experience in merchandise sales, inventory management,
pricing and margin management, with the ability to drive category performance and achieve sales targets
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to identify new business opportunities, build customer relationships and support branch growth
- Confidence working across budgeting, reporting and operational performance, with the ability to identify issues and take action
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
- A solid understanding of safe work practices and compliance requirements, including hazardous products and store operations
- Ideally, a Certificate in Agriculture or equivalent, exposure to SAP ERP, and strong Microsoft Excel or broader systems capability
- A current driver’s licence essential
- Forklift licence, Agsafe accreditation and a heavy rigid licence highly regarded but not essential
What you’ll get
- Purrpose-Driven Work – Make an impact as part of a global team supporting agriculture and going further for Australian farmers.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy a competitive pay and advantages package, an extra day of leave (Nutrien Day), gender-neutral parental leave, salary sacrifice options, and more.
- Performance-Based Rewards – Eligible roles participate in incentive programs that recognize individual and business contributions.
- Grow Your Career – Develop through on-the-job learning, mentoring opportunities, structured development programs, and support for further education.
- Support When it Matters – Access Employee Assistance Programs, help finding general practitioners (GPs),
and other resources designed to support you and your family's health and wellbeing.
- Thrive in a Strong Culture – Our core values shape how we work: putting safety first, acting with integrity, being stronger together and delivering excellence.
- Tool of Trade Vehicle - Eligible roles may receive a fully maintained company vehicle or have access to novated vehicle leasing options.
Please note that benefits packages may be different depending on employment status and location. For more information about our employee benefits and wellbeing programs, visit our Benefits page. Are you a good match? Apply today!
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.
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Nutrien 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 is not liable for any received.
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📌 Merchandise Manager - Cooma, NSW
🏢 Nutrien Ag Solutions
📍 Cooma