Dry Goods Buyer & Assistant Dry Goods Buyer

Business Unit:  PAK'nSAVE Hornby
Job Type:  Full time
Job End Date:  17/10/2025

JOIN OUR BUYING TEAM – PAK’NSAVE HORNBY IS HIRING!

 

Full-time | Hornby, Christchurch

 

Are you a sharp negotiator with retail experience — or someone looking to kickstart a buying career?

 

PAK'nSAVE Hornby is on the lookout for two talented individuals to join our Dry Goods team:

 

  • Dry Goods Buyer – for experienced buyers ready to take ownership of categories and drive results.
  • Assistant Dry Goods Buyer – a developmental role designed as a pathway into buying.

 

Both roles play a key part in delivering value, availability, and great products across our Grocery, Dairy, Liquor, and Frozen categories. Days and hours will be discussed at the time of the interview.

 

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About the Roles

 

Dry Goods Buyer

 

Take the lead in sourcing, buying, and managing stock. You’ll negotiate with suppliers, plan promotions, analyse sales, and ensure customers always find the products they love on our shelves.

 

What you’ll bring:

 

  • 3+ years’ experience in supermarket buying, category management, or retail leadership.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills.
  • Confidence with systems (SAP preferred) and spreadsheets.
  • A results-driven mindset with excellent communication skills.

 

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Assistant Dry Goods Buyer

 

Support our buyers while learning the ropes of category management. This role is all about accuracy, admin support, and building the foundations for a buying career.

 

What you’ll bring:

 

  • 1–2 years’ retail or supermarket experience (preferred, but not essential).
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and Excel know-how.
  • A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Great teamwork and communication skills.

 

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Why Join Us?

 

At PAK'nSAVE Hornby, you’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team where your skills will directly impact results. We offer:

 

  • The chance to shape category performance in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.
  • Career growth opportunities — whether you’re ready to lead as a Buyer, or starting your journey as an Assistant Buyer.
  • A workplace that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

 

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Apply Now!

 

Whether you’re an experienced Buyer ready to make your mark, or an up-and-coming retail professional eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Apply today and grow your career with PAK'nSAVE Hornby — where every decision makes a difference to our customers and community.