Retail Management Position- Head of Home & Garden

About the Company Mitre 10 MEGA Invercargill is a locally owned and operated business committed to delivering exceptional customer service and high-value products. We pride ourselves on our strong community ties and our dedication to providing a positive shopping experience for our customers. As we continue to grow, we are excited to offer a new opportunity within our management team. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as the Head of Home and Garden. This permanent, full-time position involves leading and managing our Home and Garden department categories. You will play a crucial role in enhancing team capabilities, driving sales and profitability, and continuously improving the customer experience. In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for all managerial aspects of the allocated departments, including sales performance, employee relations, and health and safety. You will actively work within the business to achieve sales targets, maintain store standards, and engage with the products we offer. Additionally, this role is part of the operational duty managers roster, requiring weekend work on a permanent basis, with a typical schedule running from Sunday to Thursday. Requirements We are looking for candidates with extensive experience in sales and people leadership, preferably within big box retail or grocery settings. Ideal candidates will have previously held a store manager position in a small to medium-sized store or served as a department or assistant manager in a larger format store. The successful applicant should possess the following skills: - A minimum of 3 years in a leadership role - Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of 20 or more - A people-centric leadership style - Exceptional communication skills - Strong problem-solving abilities - Experience in leading change initiatives and supporting teams during transitions Benefits In return for your expertise, we offer a range of benefits, including: - A generous team discount - Access to our Team Perks App, providing discounts on everyday items exclusively for Mitre 10 team members - Ongoing opportunities for professional training and development - Excellent support and training to help you succeed We are a dynamic and fast-paced business with a fantastic local team. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as we will be assessing candidates on a rolling basis. Please note that we will officially close interest in this role on Sunday, July 27, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you.