Platypus Christmas Sales Assistant - Hawkes Bay

Platypus Shoes Pty; Napier; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts

Career opportunities

Awesome culture

Work with the best

Job summary

Platypus Shoes is hiring for Christmas Sales Assistants at our Napier & Hastings stores. You’ll energise customers, unpack stock, and help online orders during our busiest season.

If you love sneakers and fast-paced teamwork, you’ll fit right in. Staff discounts and a fun culture accompany the chance to stay on after the season for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Retail experience is helpful but not required.
• Passion for sneakers and streetwear.
• Able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Available for the full seasonal period.

Responsibilities

• Create a standout experience for every customer.
• Support the team to smash sales and KPI goals.
• Keep stock moving – receive, restock, shelves full.
• Pick and pack click & dispatch orders.
• Keep the store looking fresh and tidy.
• Bring good vibes and a team-first attitude.

Skills

Retail experience

Passion for sneakers

Team player

Self-motivated

Job description

About the Role

Step into the season in style with Platypus Shoes at our Napier & Hastings stores! As Christmas Sales Assistants, you'll bring energy, good vibes, and a can-do attitude to our busiest (and most fun) time of year.

From helping customers find their perfect kicks to unpacking stock or packing online orders, every shift brings something new. If you love sneakers, fast-paced days, and great people, you’ll fit right in.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a standout experience for every customer - make it memorable
• Support your team to smash sales and KPI goals
• Keep stock moving – receive, restock, and keep shelves full
• Pick and pack click & dispatch orders
• Keep the store looking fresh and tidy
• Bring good vibes and a team-first attitude every shift

What We're Looking For

• Full availability from October 2026 to mid-January 2027, including weekends, late nights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
• Retail experience is great, but not a must
• Passion for sneakers, streetwear, and delivering outstanding customer service
• Love the hustle of a fast-paced team environment
• Self-motivated and goal-driven
• Open to learning, feedback, and being your best

Why Join Us?

• Team Discounts: Up to 40% off across all Accent Group brands – Platypus, Hype DC, Vans, Glue Store & many more!
• Career Opportunities – Training and potential to stay on after the season
• Awesome Culture – Fun, supportive team where your love for sneakers is shared and celebrated
• Work With the Best: Be surrounded by premium products and the latest in sneaker trends