Assistant Retail Manager

Are you an experienced Retail superstar with proven team leadership capabilities? Do you have the ability to inspire, engage and motivate an army of volunteers? And are you motivated by making a positive difference in the lives of people? If so, this role might be for you!

Our four secondhand stores form a large part of our fundraising activity by turning second-hand goods into first-hand care. We pride ourselves on the warm and friendly environment at our retail stores. This role will support our  Hastings Store Retail Manager to lead staff and volunteers to nurture this environment.

Skills and experience:

• Relationship management and leadership skills to inspire and motivate volunteers and staff

• Excellent communication, marketing and merchandising skills

• High level of integrity, professionalism, honesty and reliability

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• Ability to work to KPI’s and seasonal goals

• Support our sponsors and donors and give excellent customer service

• Strong computer literacy and cash handling skills

• Physically fit and energetic to keep stock rotation at a maximum level and to manage donations

• Flexibility to work additional hours and days to support the delivery of our retail operations as required

What can we offer you?

• A dynamic and supportive team culture

• Opportunities for continuous learning and development

• A fun and wellness focused work environment

• Family friendly and inclusive workplace

• The opportunity to make a difference for those living with a life limiting illness

Hours of work - 24 - 30 hours per week - Monday to Thursday - Hours and days are negotiable for right candidate.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work in NZ and be able to successfully pass a Police Vetting Check.

We support diversity in our staff, and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply.

If you would like a copy of the job description, please email Caitlin Doran, People and Culture Advisor on [email protected], otherwise, apply via SEEK. We will start reviewing applications as they come in, so if you are interested, apply today!