Assistant Store Manager - Invercargill

Postie Plus; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail fashion company in Invercargill is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to drive sales and ensure outstanding customer service. In this role, you will support and develop a team, manage daily operations, and achieve store targets. Ideal candidates will have retail leadership experience, a strong sales focus, and a positive attitude. The position offers generous staff discounts, a bonus scheme, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous staff discounts

Bonus scheme

Leadership training

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a retail environment, preferably fashion or apparel.
• A team player who can inspire, develop, and support their colleagues.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and occasional public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service, leading by example.
• Support and develop the team, coaching them on sales techniques.
• Achieve and exceed store targets while driving sales.

Skills

Leadership experience

Sales focus

Team development

Customer service

Job description

At Postie, we've been proudly dressing New Zealanders for over 100 years. With more than 60 stores across the country and a thriving online presence, we’re all about helping Kiwis find their feel good, every day. We’re on a mission to deliver quality, affordable fashion to Kiwi whānau, and we are searching for an Assistant Store Manager to join our Invercargill store.

If you're passionate about leading teams, creating an outstanding shopping experience, and driving sales, this is the role for you!

Do the Mahi

Deliver outstanding customer service, leading by example and ensuring every customer leaves happy.

Support and develop the team, coaching them on sales techniques, customer interactions, and performance.

Achieve and exceed store targets, helping drive sales and team motivation.

Manage stock levels and visual merchandising, ensuring the store is well-presented and meets brand standards.

Take charge of daily operations, including administration, banking, compliance, and rostering.

Ensure a safe store environment, following Postie’s Health & Safety guidelines.

Requirements

Previous leadership experience in a retail environment, preferably fashion or apparel.

A team player who can inspire, develop, and support their colleagues.

Strong sales focus with an ability to set and achieve goals.

Flexible availability, including weekends and occasional public holidays.

A positive, energetic, and customer-focused attitude, you love what you do!

Sweet as perks

A collaborative, inclusive team culture where you can thrive.

Generous staff discounts across our product range.

Bonus scheme to reward your hard work.

Leadership training and career development opportunities.

Access to our Employee Assistance Program through Sonder, free of charge.

Join the Postie whānau

At Postie we’re customer obsessed in everything we do, it’s all about making sure our customers have the best experience possible. We care for each other because we know when our people thrive, our customers do too. We’re continuously improving, and looking for ways to do better.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or other identifying characteristics.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter (optional). Please note all preferred/successful candidates must:

• Be eligible to work in New Zealand
• Undergo a Criminal Conviction History check