Store Manager – Lead Our Albany MEGA Store

Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Auckland is seeking a Store Manager to oversee a multi-million-dollar operation. This role involves leading a large team, driving operational efficiency, and shaping commercial strategy in a high-profile store. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of senior retail experience and a strong track record in financial outcomes and team development. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and autonomy to innovate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Employee purchase scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven senior retail leadership experience.
• Strong financial outcomes through commercial insight.
• Expert in people leadership and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large multi-department leadership team.
• Set and execute commercial operational strategies.
• Ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

Skills

Retail leadership experience

Financial outcomes delivery

People leadership

Operational expertise

Understanding of retail environment

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity

This is more than a store management role — it’s a chance to lead one of New Zealand’s most high-profile retail operations. Based on-site in Albany, Auckland, this position offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, and access to a staff purchase scheme across select Columbus Cafés and Mitre 10 stores. We’re seeking an experienced Store Manager who thrives on leading large operations, navigating complexity, and driving performance. You’ll oversee a multi-million-dollar operation, shaping both commercial strategy and culture, while ensuring Mitre 10 MEGA Albany continues to set the benchmark for home improvement retail nationwide.

About Us

As one of New Zealand’s most trusted home improvement retailers, we’re proud to combine the spirit of a Kiwi-owned business with the strength and innovation of a national network.

Mitre 10 MEGA Albany sits at the heart of a successful, forward-thinking group with locations across Auckland. Known for our strong customer base, local partnerships, and industry-leading standards, we’re driven by a shared purpose: helping Kiwis improve their homes and lives.

This is a store that embodies scale, innovation, and opportunity — where great leadership truly makes an impact.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Chief Retail Operations Officer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading a large, multi-department leadership team to deliver exceptional results.
• Setting and executing commercial and operational strategy to achieve growth and profitability targets.
• Embedding a culture of excellence across customer service, safety, merchandising, and team engagement.
• Ensuring operational efficiency in inventory, people management, financial control, and compliance.
• Driving innovation through continuous improvement, partnerships, and community engagement.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven senior retail leadership experience (5+ years) within large-format, high-volume environments.
• A record of delivering strong financial outcomes through commercial insight and operational discipline.
• Exceptional people leadership — developing, motivating, and empowering large, diverse teams.
• Operational expertise in merchandising, stock management, forecasting, and safety.
• Deep understanding of New Zealand’s retail environment, employment legislation, and customer trends.
• A growth mindset and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on leadership.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• This is your opportunity to lead from the front — with the scope, autonomy, and support to make a genuine mark on one of New Zealand’s most recognised retail brands.
• You’ll be backed by a high-performing support office, empowered to innovate locally, and surrounded by a culture that values excellence, collaboration, and community.
• If you’re an experienced retail leader ready to take on a flagship store and help shape the future of home improvement retail, we’d love to talk.

Next Steps

Ready to lead at scale and elevate what success looks like in New Zealand retail?

Apply now (using the Job URL which will take you to our careers page) and start the conversation about your next career move.