Assistant Shop Manager

Posted: 21/05/2025

Closing Date: 20/06/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Mount Maunganui

Job Category: Retail

**Assistant Shop Manager - Waipuna Hospice**

**Are you**
- driven to make a real difference within our community;
- strategic, creative, energetic, results-focused;
- a real collaborator, team player and a networking guru; and
- not afraid to be courageous, innovative and to have some fun?

Don’t miss this great opportunity to join our team in Mount Maunganui.
- Supportive team environment
- Part time - 29.5 hours per week (Wednesday to Saturday)
- Based in sunny Mount Maunganui

At Waipuna Hospice, we're passionate about providing specialist palliative care to our communities in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. Our goal? To make sure people receive the care they need, right where they feel most comfortable— which is often in their own homes.

We help with a wide range of services, including nursing and medical care, counselling, social work, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, companion visits, equipment loans, respite care, carer education - and so much more

Thanks to funding from Te Whatu Ora, along with the incredible mahi of our fundraising team and the support of our charity shops, we’re able to keep these essential services going.

We’re proud of our positive team vibe, supportive work environment, and the values that shape everything we do. At Waipuna Hospice, we know that great care starts with great teamwork - and that’s exactly what sets us apart.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference in our community as well as being part of a passionate and caring team - this is the place for you. Come join us

**ABOUT THE JOB**

We are seeking an experienced, friendly, energetic and creative Assistant Manager to join our team in our Mount Maunganui Charity Shop. This is a fast-paced 7-day work environment that is supported by paid staff and volunteers. Our Assistant Manager will work closely with our Shop Manager and team to optimise productivity and grow sales of donated goods, which helps us to fund our vital community work.

The key tasks of the position include:

- Managing day-to-day operations of the shop and supporting the Shop Manager
- Stock management including presentation, merchandising, pricing, and storage
- Management of volunteers to ensure a smooth workflow
- Generating appeal and demand of donated goods to increase revenue growth
- Ensuring legal and organisational requirements are met
- Enhancing the profile of Waipuna Hospice

The hours are Wednesday 8.00am - 4.00pm, Thursday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm and Saturday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Additional hours may be required from time to time to cover annual leave/ sickness.

**Desired Skills and Experience**:
**ABOUT YOU**

You will be a creative thinker, problem solver, natural networker with exceptional communication skills. With a background in retail you will be confident to hit the ground running.

Do you have the 5 x A+ attributes?
- **A**ttitude: can-do
- **A**ble: physically fit.
- **A**pproachable: great interpersonal skills, a relationship builder.
- **A**chiever: supports and develops performance to grow revenue.
- **A**ppreciative: of all things pre-loved and a passion for sustainable consumerism

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- All five A+ attributes
- Proven leadership experience focused on win/win outcomes
- Previous retail experience preferably
- Creative flair with an eye for merchandising and display creation
- A positive solution focused team player with a can do attitude
- A growth mindset that is energised by the opportunities of change+

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- A fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Excellent working conditions
- Staff wellness programmes because we care about our staff
- Ongoing professional development (we want you to grow)
- A competitive remuneration package
- Discounts to local dentists, pharmacies, and health insurance
- Free onsite parking

**THE WAIPUNA WAY**

**Our Purpose**:To champion equitable end-of-life care for our communities.

**Our Vision**:A world where there is compassionate end-of-life care for all.

**Our Values**:We are inclusive I**_Kotahitanga_**

Everyone matters

**We are courageous I**_Kia Mānawanui_**

Be brave

**We make it simple I**_Kia Ngāwari_**

Make it easier

**We are guardians I**_Kaitiakitanga_**

Caring about today and tomorrow

**COME AND JOIN US**

**TO APPLY**

Applications close 21 June 2025 or sooner if our ideal applicant is found.