Store Manager | Merchant Queen St

Who are we

Merchant 1948 is a New Zealand owned and operated footwear retailer who has been around since, you guessed it, 1948. We are a household name and a trusted source of premium leather footwear, for all occasions.

The role

Based at our Queen Street store and reporting to one of our Cluster Managers you will be responsible for:

• The overall operations and management of the store on a day-today basis
• Providing strong leadership and training for your team
• Maintaining and driving sales, keeping the team motivated
• Managing part of the recruitment journey with the support of a Recruitment Coordinator
• Onboarding new team members, setting them up for success
• Ensuring a great customer journey is prioritised and delivered through all team
• Maintaining a positive culture in store

Why you

• Monthly bonus potential
• Free pair of shoes every season PLUS company discounts
• Recruitment Referral Bonus – get rewarded for referring amazing talent!
• Supportive team culture and management

• We want you to have FUN!

About you

• Retail leadership experience with proven results and of course, a passion for sales
• A great attitude; positivity, confidence, a growth mindset and flexibility
• Ability to motivate your team to achieve exceptional results
• A love of connecting and engaging with people – both your team and customers
• Focus on training & growing a high-performing team
• Excellent technical and operational know-how
• Passion for our brand, alignment to our values and culture
• Must be available to work 35 hours per week, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30-5:00.
  

Sound like you? Apply today! We're about giving opportunities to people with the right attitude, drive and team fit.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.