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Step into a leadership role at the heart of Mangawhai’s community. Since our opening in 2022, our stunning New World supermarket has become a beloved local destination, known for its friendly atmosphere and modern shopping experience. We are now looking for a dedicated Grocery 2IC / Assistant Manager who is passionate about both people and products to help us lead our vibrant team into the future. If you are a natural leader ready to make a real impact in a store that truly values its team, this is your perfect opportunity.
Company Overview
Our New World Mangawhai is more than just a supermarket; we are a gathering place for our community. We are proud to be 100% locally owned and operated, which means our decisions are made right here with our neighbours in mind. Our brilliant team is the secret to our success, creating the warm and positive atmosphere that customers love. We invest in our people, back each other up, and work together as one winning team every single day.
Key Responsibilities
As the Grocery 2IC, you will be the right hand to our Grocery Manager, playing a pivotal role in the daily success of our grocery, liquor, and general merchandise departments.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working closely with the Grocery Manager to plan and coordinate all day-to-day operations, ensuring a seamless shopping experience.
- Leading, motivating, and developing our grocery team, ensuring they are well-trained and empowered to provide exceptional service.
- Managing stock levels, overseeing merchandising plans, and ensuring our shelves are always well-presented and fully stocked.
- Building strong relationships with customers and the wider store team to foster a collaborative environment.
- Maintaining a strong focus on safety and well-being for both staff and customers.
- Stepping up to lead the department and support other teams as needed.
Qualifications
We are looking for a reliable and self-motivated leader with a proven track record in retail. The ideal candidate will bring:
- Proven experience in a retail supervisory or team leadership role.
- Excellent people skills with the natural ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
- Strong computer literacy and a keenness to work with the latest retail technology.
- A reliable, proactive approach and a fantastic team-player attitude.
- An LCQ and/or Manager’s Certificate, or the willingness to obtain one, is highly preferred.
- Experience with SAP is advantageous, but full training will be provided.
Benefits and Perks
- Salary Ranges 16$ per hr depends on experience
- When you join our leadership team, you are investing in your future with a company that invests in you.
- Be part of a supportive, tight-knit team that looks after each other and works together to succeed.
- A clear pathway for career development within New World and the wider Foodstuffs group, known for its fantastic internal opportunities.
- The chance to prove yourself in a beautiful, modern store with the latest technology and processes.
- A flexible and creative working environment where your ideas for improvement are welcomed and heard.
- The satisfaction of working for a 100% locally owned store that is a valued part of the Mangawhai community.
How to Apply
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If you are ready to bring your leadership skills to a store that feels like home, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now with your current CV and a cover letter outlining your retail leadership experience. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close the role early if the right candidate is found, so we encourage you not to delay.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
