Assistant Retail Manager

2 weeks ago


Saint Heliers, Auckland, New Zealand Mercy Hospice Auckland Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year

Tīhei mauri ora ki te Whaiao ki te Ao Mārama

He karanga tēnei ki te hunga kaimahi o Aotearoa.

Tēnā koutou katoa.

Kei te rapu a Te Korowai Atawhai (Mercy Hospice) i tetahi kaimahi hei Retail Assistant Manager.

Nōreira, mauria mai tou matauranga, ou pūkenga me to aroha ki tēnei tūranga.

Kia ora, Tālofa lava, Mālō e leilei, Namaste, nǐ hǎo

Your skills and compassion for others can find a home at Mercy Hospice.

Te tūranga / The role

Are you a warm-hearted, creative individual with a knack for retail? Do you thrive in a team environment and have a passion for making a difference? We're seeking a part time Assistant Retail Manager to work in our St Heliers store, whom will not only work hard but is enthusiastic about contributing to Mercy Hospice's success.

Our Retail managers play an essential role in our wider team. You will help ensure the smooth running of 7 day a week store, and provide continuity in customer service, pricing and community connection.

We have a part time position available at the St Heliers for Mercy store. This role is 46 hours per fortnight and set days are Sunday, Monday & Tuesday. There is also opportunity to fill in extra shifts when other team members are on leave.

The role is split between managing the volunteers alone and alongside other paid staff, and ensuring the store is running smoothly from opening to closing time. This role would suit someone who is fit and active, passionate about op shopping, sustainable fashion and is keen to contribute to an organisation making a difference.

Ngā Awhina mōku / Benefits you will enjoy:

  • Working with a wide range of unique and interesting inventory items.
  • Gaining expertise in product knowledge and pricing evaluation.
  • Building connection with customers and the community.
  • Being part of the dedicated, experienced and fun retail team.
  • Working with our wonderful Mercy Hospice retail volunteers.

Ngā kawenga matua o te mahi / Key responsibilities of the role:

  • Support Store Management: Opening and closing store; volunteer management, donation sorting and pricing and customer service.
  • Shop Merchandising: Contribute to designing and implementing attractive and effective merchandise displays that enhance the shopping experience and maximise sales.
  • Customer Engagement: Provide excellent customer service by greeting shoppers, addressing their needs, and resolving any issues in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with the team, including volunteers and staff, to ensure smooth operations and a positive working environment.
  • Operational Assistance: Help manage cash handling, store organisation, and adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Ngā pūkenga e hiahiatia / Skills you'll bring to the role:

  • Previous experience in retail or similar, with a demonstrated flair for merchandising and creating inviting store environments.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, staff, and volunteers.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Proficiency with point-of-sale systems.
  • A passion for Mercy Hospice's mission and a desire to make a positive impact.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a Cover letter via our advert on Seek.

For a copy of the position description for this role, please email Hannah Roughton: 

Your story could be part of ours

Mercy Hospice is an industry leader and has been delivering specialist palliative care for over 40 years. We have an in-patient unit and a community nursing team providing patient-centred palliative care to patients, families and whānau within Auckland catchment area.

Our values are Tapu o te tangata – Dignity, Aroha – Compassion, Mana Motuhake – Respect, He reo tautoko ki te rawakore – Advocacy, and Kaitiakitanga – Guardianship.

Our mission and values have their roots in the work of our founder, Catherine McAuley of the Sisters of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland.

In the tradition of this heritage, we love working with people from all life stages, every culture, ethnicity, creed, and orientation.

We place staff wellbeing and teamwork at the core of your experience as an employee at Mercy.

The hospice flourishes today because of our staff, volunteers, and benefactors, who continue to uphold and live our mission and values.

Applications close when a suitable applicant has been found.



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