Team Leader

Mountain Warehouse; Taupo Bay; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Taupo seeks a passionate Team Leader to inspire a retail team while delivering exceptional customer service. You will foster a collaborative environment, oversee daily operations, and motivate your team to exceed sales targets. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and a commitment to operational excellence. Competitive compensation with benefits including a bonus scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus Scheme

50% Colleague Discount

20 days annual leave

Generous Referral Incentive

Length of service awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a retail team to exceed targets.
• Ensure operational excellence and health & safety.
• Set standards for exceptional customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team development

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Department: New Zealand Retail
Location: Taupo (NTP)
Compensation: $23.60 - $26.10 / hour

Are you a confident and passionate leader with a knack for motivating teams to deliver their best? Do you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment where exceptional customer service, innovative visual merchandising, and operational excellence are key? If so, Mountain Warehouse has the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re looking for a Team Leader to guide and inspire our retail team to exceed targets while creating a welcoming, vibrant shopping experience that leaves a lasting impression on every customer.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development:

• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, uniting colleagues around shared goals.
• Drive continuous growth by coaching, training, and mentoring your team.
• Keep your team informed and engaged through clear, open communication.
• Empower your team with up-to-date product knowledge to meet customer needs confidently.

Operational Excellence:

• Uphold impeccable shop floor standards, ensuring stock presentation, ticketing, and organisation are on point every day.
• Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing duties, to ensure smooth workflows.
• Lead engaging visual merchandising efforts to create a clean and inviting space for customers and colleagues alike.
• Prioritise Health & Safety, safeguarding the wellbeing of your team and customers.

Sales & Performance:

• Motivate your team to meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
• Identify growth opportunities for team members and suggest strategies for their development.

Customer Experience:

• Set the standard for exceptional customer service and ensure it’s delivered consistently.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally, creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Represent the Mountain Warehouse brand with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Build connections within the local community, enhancing the store’s personal and welcoming atmosphere.

We Would Love To Meet Someone Who Is

• Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.
• A confident and reliable motivator, with a talent for inspiring others.
• Experienced in all areas of retail, from stock control to visual merchandising.
• A strong communicator who can engage at all levels and provide constructive feedback.
• Proactive and results-driven, with a track record of setting and achieving goals.
• Approachable, trustworthy, and a natural team player.
• Skilled at problem-solving within company guidelines and policies.

What's in it for you?

• Monthly Bonus Scheme: A performance-driven bonus structure, offering achievable targets and providing additional rewards on top of your base salary
• 50% Colleague Discount across Mountain Warehouse and Animal, with a twice-yearly uniform allowance
• You are entitled to up to 20 days of annual leave per year based on a 5-day work week.
• Generous Colleague Referral Incentive
• A stable, successful and supported environment
• Length of service awards

You're not just managing a store; you're shaping an experience and creating a legacy. Embrace the adventure, Retail Leader, for you are the driving force of positive change!