Job Details:

Store Manager

Employer: Bazaar Limited
Trading As: VIP's MiniMart
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 trading as VIP's MiniMart is one of Temuka's leading retail businesses, operating a busy convenience store, a popular Takeaway food outlet. With a strong reputation, loyal customer base and established online ordering and delivery services throughout Temuka and the wider Timaru region, we are committed to delivering outstanding products and exceptional customer service.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Store Manager to lead our team and oversee the day-to-day operations of our growing business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, organise, direct and control the daily operations of the store.

  • Lead, supervise, train and motivate retail and food service staff.

  • Recruit, induct and manage employee performance.

  • Prepare staff rosters and allocate daily duties.

  • Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to maximise revenue and profitability.

  • Manage purchasing, inventory control and stock levels.

  • Maintain high standards of customer service and resolve customer enquiries and complaints.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety and all relevant New Zealand legislation.

  • Oversee cash handling, banking, POS reconciliation and financial reporting.

  • Manage merchandising, pricing, promotional activities and product displays.

  • Monitor budgets, operating costs and business performance.

  • Coordinate online orders and delivery operations.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers.

  • Ensure the store is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, presentation and operational efficiency.

  • Prepare operational reports and implement continuous business improvements.

Skills & Experience

Applicants must have:

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

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

The successful applicant will also demonstrate:

  • Proven leadership and people management skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities.

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

  • Sound organisational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced retail and food service environment.

  • 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 and professional working environment.

  • Long-term career development opportunities.

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.