Trading Systems Support Assistant

As our Trading Systems Support Assistant, you will support our Merchandise trading teams with our purpose-built Promotional Management for Retail (PMR) system and the business systems that impact the Foodstuffs South Island (FSSI) teams.  

This role combines system support, business systems expertise and data analysis with end-user engagement to ensure our Retail & Merchandise teams can perform their roles effectively and efficiently.  

You’ll become a subject matter expert (SME) in PMR and enjoy understanding how systems work and the business processes they support so that you can troubleshoot, provide systems training, document system processes and create user manuals, analyse system data, test enhancements and support continuous improvement.  

You'll have a strong systems mindset, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to communicate with and influence stakeholders across the business. You enjoy helping others, learning new tools, and finding solutions when issues arise.

Ideally, you will also have: 

• The ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of people 
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills including investigating system issues, identifying root causes alongside the ability to produce and interpret data 
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills 
• Proven experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and SharePoint  
• Excellent written and verbal communication 

Don't 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.

If this role feels like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear your story. Click "apply now" to submit your application. The role closes 11:59pm Sunday 4 October 2026 and will only be accepted via our careers site. 

If you have any questions about the role, or experience any issues submitting your application, please email careers@foodstuffs-si.co.nz 

We’re a team of 14,000 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 than 180 PAK’nSAVE, New World, Four Square and On the Spot stores feeding the South Island.  

We value being at the heart of our communities, like we’ve always 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 Island, there’s a Foodstuffs store serving you and your whānau.  

Our success is down to our people who bring their skills, experience, passion, and expertise to make Foodies an amazing and rewarding place to work. Our co-op has a wide variety of roles to offer, and endless opportunities for development.