Assistant Manager - Manawa Bay

About the Role
As Assistant Store Manager, you will work closely with an operations-focused Store Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the store. You will be a visible and motivating leader on the shop floor, leading from the front and supporting a team of approximately 14 team members to deliver exceptional customer experiences and strong commercial results.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Store Manager with all day-to-day store operations
• Leading from the front on the shop floor and driving sales performance
• Coaching, motivating and developing a high-energy retail team
• Delivering an exceptional customer experience and maintaining strong brand standards
• Supporting stock management, visual merchandising and store presentation
• Taking ownership of the store in the Store Manager's absence
• Driving team performance and maintaining operational excellence across the business

About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about retail, loves working with people and thrives in a fast-paced environment. 
To be successful, you will bring:

• Previous retail leadership experience
• A strong customer service focus
• A hands-on and energetic leadership style
• The ability to motivate and develop a team
• A results-driven mindset with confidence driving sales and performance
• Strong operational and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume environment

What's On Offer

• Generous salary on offer + KiwiSaver
• Monthly performance bonus
• Sunday–Thursday roster
• 38 hours per week
• Opportunity to lead and develop a team of approximately 14
• Uniform allowance every six months, including footwear and apparel
• Structured two-week training and induction programme
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities
• Join a supportive and high-performing team environment

If you're an energetic retail leader who loves being on the shop floor, developing people and driving results, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Georgia at Retailworld Resourcing for a confidential conversation.