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Merchandise Operations Specialist
Role summary
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This role supports the accurate and timely execution of merchandise activities across stores, including product data, promotions, range changes, pricing, stock information and reporting. Candidates are generally expected to have strong administration and organisational skills, good attention to detail, and confidence using systems such as Microsoft Excel and retail or merchandise platforms. Experience in retail operations, merchandising, inventory, planning or a related support role is advantageous. The successful candidate should communicate clearly with stores and internal teams, manage competing deadlines, investigate discrepancies, and work accurately in a fast-paced environment. A practical, collaborative approach and an understanding of customer needs, commercial priorities and store execution are important.
Can I work in New Zealand?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Shop-floor jobs are mostly skill level 5, as for hotel line jobs: an accredited employer, a 21-day advert, a Work and Income check, an English test and a 3-year cap.
Before you apply: Shop-floor jobs need no professional licence. Pharmacists do: they must register with the local regulator, and one qualified abroad often has to pass local exams first. Selling alcohol can need a short course and certificate, for example in Australia.
Watch for: Retail managers are on the residence 'red list' since 24 August 2026: they cannot use the two new residence pathways.
Official source: Immigration New Zealand: engaging with Work and Income before your Job Check. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in New Zealand
Usual for Retail & Consumer jobs in New Zealand, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies; not usually provided |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer must pay recruitment costs; you may pay the NZD 1,540 visa fee, any adviser and airfare |
| Flights | Varies by employer and seniority |
| Pay and discount | Minimum wage NZD 23.95 an hour from 1 April 2026 (by law) |
| Contract | Work visas for most shop-floor jobs last 3 years at most (skill levels 4 and 5) |
| Leave | 4 weeks after a year and 12 public holidays (by law); 10 days' sick leave after 6 months (by law) |
| Income tax | 10.5% to NZD 15,600, 17.5% to 53,500, 30% to 78,100, 33% to 180,000, then 39%; plus a 1.75% accident levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Woolworths Supermarkets
Woolworths Group is a major Australian and New Zealand retail group with businesses spanning supermarkets, food retail, hospitality and everyday consumer services. In New Zealand, its supermarket business operates under the Woolworths brand and serves communities through stores, online shopping and supporting distribution networks. The company employs a large workforce across stores, supply chain, technology, merchandising, customer service and corporate functions. Its operations focus on providing convenient, affordable and quality food while supporting local suppliers and community initiatives. Woolworths promotes teamwork, inclusion, customer focus and continuous improvement, with opportunities ranging from entry-level store roles to specialist and management positions. Working for the business can provide experience in a large, structured retail environment and exposure to modern inventory, digital commerce and merchandise systems.