Assistant Shop Manager
2 x Permanent, Part-Time Roles
Takanini, Auckland
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
These are sole responsibility roles overseeing a busy store. We’re seeking someone with strong retail experience, preferably in a retail or secondhand shop setting. The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing a store, either as a duty manager or 2IC, and should be comfortable working independently, making decisions, and handling shop opening and closing duties.
We have two permanent, part-time roles available:
- 1 x 19 hours per week across Sunday’s Monday’s and Tuesday’s
- 1 x 13 hours per week across Thursday’s, Friday’s and Saturday’s
In this role you will:
- Provide excellent customer service
- Promote/drive sales
- Open and close the shop
- Utilise your solid cash management and till management experience
- Assist with shop presentation/displays
- Undertake stock management/preparation and control as per training
- Support volunteers’ adherence to our Health, Safety and Wellbeing practice
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To be successful you will have:
- Experience in cash handling, cash management, and retail shop operations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in a retail sales environment
- Experience working as or with volunteers
- Skills in dealing with customers
- Enthusiasm and commitment to work as a team member of Red Cross
- Self-motivation and a positive and friendly approach
- Reliability and work with integrity
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
Please submit your application online, as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Passport
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 01/09/2025.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Katherine Rutgers at katherine.rutgers@redcross.org.nz.
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.