Grocery 2IC / Assistant Manager

Since opening in October 2022, our stunning store has become a valued part of the magical Mangawhai community. We're proud to offer a modern, welcoming, full-service supermarket shopping experience in a beautiful new space.

We're passionate about people - our team and our customers are at the heart of everything we do!  We have a brilliant team here and we are proud of the many compliments we receive about our friendly happy team and the positive atmosphere in our store.

Do you have a passion for people?  Are you focused on providing an excellent customer experience? Do you have experience in leading and motivating others?

With are currently seeking a Grocery 2IC / Assistant Manager to be part of the team!

The Role:

• Listen to customers to find out what they want and need in one simple shop
• Work with our Grocery Manager to plan and coordinate all facets of the day-to-day operations of grocery, liquor, and general merchandise departments
• Manage staff, stock, and merchandising
• Ensure staff are well trained to provide the best overall shopping experience for our customers
• Build relationships with the wider team and leadership to get the very best results
• Support our Grocery Manager to lead the team and support other teams as needed
• Have a strong Safety and Well-being focus and support the company focus and goals

What's in it for you:

• We're in it together, we look after each other, back one another, communicate effectively, and work together as one winning team, every time. ?
• Prove yourself in a new store and within New World which is known for its people development and career opportunities
• You'll be working with the latest technology, equipment and processes
• Drive something within a flexible and creative working environment – if there's a better way, let us know!
• Be part of a 100% locally owned and operated store

What are we looking for:

• Proven retail experience at a supervisor level or higher
• Strong experience using SAP is advantageous
• Reliable, self-motivated and be a good team player
• Sound computer literacy and keen to learn and use the latest technology
• Great people skills and people leadership potential
• Previous duty manager or sole charge experience advantageous
• LCQ and/or Managers Certificate and experience selling alcohol preferred

Apply early

We will be interviewing during the process

The job may close earlier if the position is filled

Applications must be eligible to work in New Zealand

About New World & Foodstuffs;

You know New World, PAK 'n SAVE and Four Square, right? That's Foodstuffs! We're one of New Zealand's biggest companies so choosing a career within one of our stores means boundless opportunities. Whether you're a student looking for part-time hours or an experienced grocery professional keen to progress their career - a job within our stores can work for you.