Store Manager

at  Bridgestone

Closes 30-Jun-2024 (NZST)

• Gisborne, GIS, NZL
• 74000-77000 per year
• Salary
• Full Time
• Company vehicle, Health Insurance, Discounted staff purchases

ARE YOU A SEASONED PEOPLE LEADER WITH STRONG SALES AND COMMERCIAL ACUMEN? WE ARE SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED STORE MANAGER TO JOIN US IN OUR BUSY GISBORNE STORE WORKING A 45 HOUR WORK WEEK.

Bridgestone New Zealand Ltd is part of the global Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions. We focus on constantly improving, innovating and evolving to continue delivering not only the best products but also the best service. Bridgestone New Zealand’s network of stores nationwide includes Bridgestone Select and Bridgestone Tyre Centre.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for overall store operations, sales profitability and staff management. Operating an efficient, productive and profitable business is a key focus, as well as providing exceptional customer service and maintaining strong relationships. This is a challenging and hands-on role which requires an experienced people manager to lead staff, grow the business and maintain and build relationships.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within a similar role and managing retail sales and people
• Excellent communication and people leadership skills
• Previous exposure with management reporting, stock control and an understanding of what it takes to successfully run a busy store
• A strict approach to Health and Safety and compliance across the business
• A high standard when it comes to store presentation
• Previous tyre or automotive experience, or enthusiasm to learn this