Assistant Store Manager

About the Company Bunnings is a leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We serve as a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople, and the housing industry, operating through a network of stores, trade centers, frame and truss sites, and online platforms. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will have the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a positive impact on our customers and the communities we serve. About the Role We are seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our team and play a vital role in leading the day-to-day operations of our store. In this position, you will ensure that your team delivers memorable experiences for our customers while helping them bring their DIY projects to life. Your store will be a source of pride, and you will leverage visual merchandising to align with our marketing plans. What You Can Expect To Do - Support the store leadership team in daily operations - Model exemplary customer service and guide your team in providing friendly and helpful advice - Coach team members on effective service behaviors - Assist in the induction and training of new staff - Ensure that merchandising standards meet business requirements - Coordinate stock management and inventory What We Need From You - Previous experience supervising a team in a fast-paced retail environment - A strong passion for customer service and a commitment to developing others - The ability to coach and provide constructive feedback to help your team excel - Proven capability to achieve results and maintain standards through teamwork - An open communication style that fosters approachability and confidence in customer interactions - A willingness to learn about new products and services offered in our store - The ability to be on your feet and assist customers across a wide range of retail hours Benefits As part of our team, you will enjoy several benefits, including: - Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands such as Kmart - Access to over 100 exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel, and more - 12 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of gender - Fun perks like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Café, and opportunities for travel as a store team member - A commitment to your career growth, allowing you to build your own pathway within the company If you are ready to take on this opportunity, we invite you to submit your application and complete an online chat interview, which will take approximately 20 minutes. If successful, you will proceed to an online video interview lasting around 15 minutes. Should you be a match for our team, we will invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders, which will take about 30 minutes. At Bunnings, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We are dedicated to treating all candidates fairly and are committed to supporting you throughout your recruitment journey. If you require any adjustments, please let us know so we can provide the appropriate support. If you possess the experience, skills, and passion for growth but do not meet every single requirement in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You can contact us at @bunnings.co.nz, and a member of our team will reach out to you. Please note that if you are offered a position with us, background checks may be required, including police, employment, medical, and qualification checks. If a police check reveals a criminal record, Bunnings will evaluate whether this impacts your ability to fulfill the role's key requirements.