Branch Manager - BNT Kumeu

Bapcor Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company motor vehicle

Your birthday off every year

Volunteer day annually

Free breakfast every morning

Competitive salary + incentives for结果

Job summary

BNT is seeking a Branch Manager in Auckland to lead end-to-end branch operations, drive performance, and foster a high-performing customer-focused culture. You will make smart commercial decisions, build a strong team, and own the branch’s success through leadership and strategic execution.

This full-time role involves managing budgets, sales targets, stock, and service levels, while enhancing relationships with customers and driving market growth.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to build and develop great teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of driving sales and profitability.
• Experience in customer relationships, sales, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing team, driving engagement and accountability
• Manage performance, recognise success, and address challenges proactively
• Own the branch’s financial performance including sales, margin, and profitability
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships and grow market share
• Identify new business opportunities and partner with Sales Reps to maximise customer outcomes
• Champion a strong sales and service culture across the team
• Oversee stock control, stocktake, and inventory accuracy
• Manage stock loss, warranty claims, and product flow
• Ensure the branch is well-presented, efficient, and customer-ready
• Maintain high service levels, including delivery performance and customer experience
• Manage budgets, P&L, and branch targets
• Oversee debtors and ensure compliance with company policies
• Maintain accurate reporting and drive continuous improvement
• Develop and execute a clear branch business plan aligned to company strategy

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Sales & profitability

People management

Customer relationships

Communication

Job description

Company Description

Bapcor New Zealand is part of the wider Bapcor Group, a leading Asia Pacific provider of automotive aftermarket parts, equipment, services, and solutions.

In New Zealand, we operate a nationwide network of trusted brands including BNT, Autolign, HCB, NZ Brake Co, Precision Equipment New Zealand , and JAS, delivering one of the most comprehensive automotive parts ranges in the market.

We are more than an automotive business — we are a purpose-led organisation driven by our people and the role we play in supporting our customers and communities. A key part of this is our focus on knowing what our customers need before they do and being there for what matters most. Our New Zealand team is integral to the success of the wider Bapcor Group, contributing to both local excellence and regional strategy.

When you join Bapcor New Zealand, you become part of a supportive, high-performing business that spans more than 1,000 locations and employs over 5,000 team members across Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand. We are deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where our people can thrive and do their best work.

At the core of everything we do are our values:

• Doing the right thing
• Being in it together
• Giving a damn
• Getting it done

Job Description

Are you a manager extraordinaire? A born leader ready to take the reins and lead the way? Then we’ve got the perfect job for you. We’re looking for a branch manager to join our team.

This is your opportunity to run the show — owning the performance of your branch end-to-end while building a strong team and even stronger customer relationships.

You’ll be the driving force behind your branch’s success — leading from the front, making smart commercial decisions, and creating a high-performing, customer-focused culture.

This is a full-time, permanent role (Monday to Friday with alternate Saturday mornings).

Responsibilities Include

• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing team, driving engagement and accountability
• Manage performance, recognise success, and address challenges proactively
• Own the branch’s financial performance including sales, margin, and profitability
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships and grow market share
• Identify new business opportunities and partner with Sales Reps to maximise customer outcomes
• Champion a strong sales and service culture across the team
• Oversee stock control, stocktake, and inventory accuracy
• Manage stock loss, warranty claims, and product flow
• Ensure the branch is well-presented, efficient, and customer-ready
• Maintain high service levels, including delivery performance and customer experience
• Manage budgets, P&L, and branch targets
• Oversee debtors and ensure compliance with company policies
• Maintain accurate reporting and drive continuous improvement
• Develop and execute a clear branch business plan aligned to company strategy

Qualifications

You’ll also bring:

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to build and develop great teams
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of driving sales and profitability
• Experience in customer relationships, sales, and business development
• The ability to balance people, operations, and financial performance
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with great communication skills
• Ideally, experience in automotive, truck parts, trade, or wholesale environments

Additional Information

Why Join BNT? If You Haven’t Heard (word Spreads Fast), BNT Is An Awesome Workplace. Apart From a Great Culture, You Get

• Company motor vehicle
• Your birthday off every year
• A paid volunteer day annually
• Free breakfast every morning
• Competitive salary + incentives for results
• Exceptional discounts on our products
• A flat structure where you’ll work alongside senior leaders
• Career growth opportunities with our parent company, Bapcor, which operates across NZ, Australia, and Southeast Asia

We pride ourselves on our inclusive work environment, and encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, gender identity, abilities and backgrounds, providing a recruitment experience that’s fair, free from bias and accessible.

If you need to inquire about reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email [email protected]