Job Details:

Assistant Store Manager – VIP's Vape

Employer: Bazaar Limited
Trading As: VIP's Vape
Location: 123–125 King Street, Temuka 7920, New Zealand

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 32 hours per week
Pay Rate: NZD $35.00 per hour

About Us

Bazaar Limited operates VIP's Vape, a well-established specialist vape retail store in Temuka. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, quality products and a professional retail experience while ensuring compliance with all New Zealand vaping legislation. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in the day-to-day management and continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Store Manager in the daily management and operation of the vape retail store.

  • Supervise, train and support retail staff to deliver excellent customer service.

  • Ensure compliance with the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act 1990, including age verification and responsible sale of vaping products.

  • Monitor stock levels, coordinate purchasing, receive deliveries and maintain inventory accuracy.

  • Prepare staff rosters and allocate daily duties.

  • Monitor sales performance and assist in achieving business objectives and profitability.

  • Maintain attractive product displays and merchandising standards.

  • Handle customer enquiries, warranty claims and complaints professionally.

  • Assist with cash handling, banking, POS reconciliation and daily reporting.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements and company policies.

  • Maintain store security and minimise stock loss.

  • Assist with promotional campaigns, product launches and customer engagement initiatives.

  • Support the Store Manager in maintaining efficient and profitable store operations.

Skills & Experience

Applicants must have:

  • At least 2 years' relevant retail management or supervisory experience, or

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Retail Management, Management or a related field.

The successful applicant will also demonstrate:

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.

  • Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

  • Experience with POS systems, stock management and cash handling.

  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work in a busy retail environment.

  • A good understanding of New Zealand retail compliance requirements.

  • Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays when required.

What We Offer

  • Permanent full-time employment.

  • Minimum 32 guaranteed hours per week.

  • Competitive remuneration of NZD $35.00 per hour.

  • Supportive team environment.

  • Career development opportunities within a growing business.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to: Email: bazaarlimited26@gmail.com

Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.