Part-time Keyholder | Merchant 1948 Northlands

merchant1948; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pair of shoes each season

Monthly bonuses when targets are met

Generous team discounts

Referral bonuses for new hires

Supportive leadership team

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Merchant 1948 Northlands is seeking a motivated part-time Keyholder to join our footwear team. You’ll help open and close the store, support daily operations, and drive sales while delivering exceptional customer experiences in a premium retail environment.

You’ll thrive with confident customer service skills, leadership on the shop floor, and a keen eye for detail. Enjoy bonuses, staff discounts, and a supportive leadership team in a brand with real heritage.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service (retail, hospitality or similar) is required.
• Confident, responsible and able to lead by example.
• Organised and calm under pressure.
• Great eye for detail and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional experiences for every customer.
• Support with opening and closing the store.
• Run smooth and successful shifts.
• Reach sales goals and enjoy bonus rewards.
• Keep the store tidy, stylish and well-presented.
• Be a positive, proactive team player.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Rapport building

Attention to detail

Job description

Merchant 1948 | Footwear with heritage, designed for modern life

We’re Merchant 1948 – a New Zealand family business putting shoes on feet since 1948. With over 30 stores across Aotearoa and Melbourne, we’ve built a reputation for premium leather footwear, considered design, and warm, expert service.

Our stores are more than retail spaces, they’re places where generations of customers come for timeless style, great craftsmanship, and genuine connection.

Love retail and ready to step up?

We’re looking for a motivated and sales-driven part-time Keyholder to join our team at Merchant 1948 Northlands store. If you’re confident on the shop floor and ready to take on a bit more responsibility like opening or closing the store and supporting operations when the manager’s away – this is the perfect next step in your retail career.

You’ll be part of a team that knows their stuff, loves what they do, and takes real pride in helping people find their perfect fit.

Here’s what’s on offer:

• Role: Keyholder
• Rostered Hours:
  • Friday: 5pm - 9pm
  • Saturday: 10am - 6pm
• Minimum Hours: 11.5 hours per week
• Hourly Rate: $24.50 + bonus potential!

What your day will look like:

• Creating exceptional experiences for every customer
• Supporting with opening and closing the store
• Running smooth and successful shifts
• Reaching your sales goals (and enjoying the bonus rewards!)
• Keeping the store tidy, stylish and well-presented
• Being a positive, proactive team player

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience in customer service (retail, hospitality or similar)
• Are confident, responsible and happy to lead by example
• Have a natural way with people and love building rapport
• Are organised and calm under pressure
• Have a great eye for detail and presentation
• Are motivated by goals and love seeing results

What you’ll get from us:

• A free pair of shoes every season
• Monthly bonuses when you hit your targets
• Generous team discounts
• Referral bonuses when you bring great people onboard
• Supportive, down-to-earth leadership
• Access to EAP for extra support
• A brand with real history – and exciting things ahead

Sound like you?