Inwards Storeperson - Driver

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can make a real difference?

Service Foods Tauranga is looking for a motivated Inwards Store Person – Driver to join our expanding team.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple aspects of our operations while being part of a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Role Highlights:

• Immediate Start
• Full-time Permanent Position
• Monday to Friday (early starts, between 5:00 am – 6:00 am)
• Occasional Saturday Delivery Runs
• Location: Porutu Place, Tauriko, Tauranga

Your Role:

As an all-rounder, you'll support the operations team in various tasks. The ideal candidate will have a solid warehouse background, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn our in-house software, SAGE. Current Forklift licence is essential. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery Operations:
• Safely operate delivery vehicles (vans and trucks), deliver goods as per schedule
• Load and unload products securely, ensuring safe transportation and timely deliveries according to customer orders.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, documentation, and clear communication with customers, providing excellent service.
• Knowledge of Tauranga and surrounding areas is a plus.
• Receiving Deliveries:
• Accurately receive, inspect, and record all incoming goods.
• Unload and assess product quality, ensuring it meets our standards.
• Barcoding, pricing, and recording of all inwards goods.
• Handle discrepancies, damages, and stock variances efficiently.
• Ensure proper labelling and categorization of all items.
• Operational Support:
• Expedite truck loading to ensure timely delivery.
• Safely deliver goods to clients across the Tauranga region.
• Process invoices and dispatch trucks during office hours.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and stock rotation within the warehouse, following FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
• Perform heavy lifting and maintain warehouse order.
• Health & Safety Compliance:
• Adhere to health and safety policies and food safety standards.
• Conduct stock rotations and manage expiry dates to ensure product freshness.

The Ideal Candidate:

While prior experience in a similar role or the food/warehousing industry is an advantage, it is not essential. We value reliability, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.

Key qualifications and skills include:

• Forklift license required
• Physical fitness for heavy lifting and working in temperature-controlled environments
• Class 2 Driver’s License (manual transmission) ideal.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Reliable attendance and transportation
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime
• Strong computer literacy and the ability to adapt to new systems
• Previous experience in warehouse or pick-packing work (desirable)
• Prior knowledge of basic food ingredients and NZ work experience is a plus
• A positive, honest, and reliable team player with excellent communication skills
• Clean driving and criminal records are essential for this role

What to expect: At Service Foods, we are committed to fostering a positive, dynamic work environment. Our core values—creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility—guide everything we do. We encourage you to embrace these values as you grow and succeed with us. We encourage you to embrace these principles as you grow and thrive with us.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

About us: Service Foods is one of New Zealand's largest privately family owned and operated food service distribution businesses. With items imported from over 20 countries as well as our locally produced offerings, we have close to 14,000 products for you to discover. We employ around 800 team members, operate over 220 trucks, and have 15 strategically placed branches across New Zealand. Learn more about us at www.servicefoods.co.nz 

Apply Now! If you're looking for a role where you can be an integral part of a growing team, apply today to join Service Foods Tauranga!

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone, text, or email.

Pre-employment Checks: Successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks, including employment references, government agency verifications (Ministry of Justice and ACC), and alcohol and drug testing conducted by an accredited provider for workplace substance testing in New Zealand.