Since 1882, Burnsco has been supplying New Zealanders with all things boating, fishing, and motorhome. With 18 retail stores nationwide, and growing, there are always opportunities for development! We're fishing for a confident, self-motivated Branch Manager with strong retail experience to lead our awesome Northwood Christchurch team. This role is full time and will require work on weekends and public holidays. The position of Branch Manager offers the best of both worlds – you will have the opportunity to manage a significant business unit (including doing your own stock ordering and rostering your staff), but also represent a premier brand and have the support of a knowledgeable and supportive Regional Manager and Support Office. Whyjoin us?Uncapped monthly bonus schemeGenerous team discount on all Burnsco and Jaycar Electronics (our parent company) productsFuel DiscountsFree EAP Support (Employee Assistance Program)RV Rental SubsidyComprehensive ongoing internal and external training for career developmentIn-depth onboarding process and tailored career progression for a stable futureAboutyou:You are a Passionate and Inspiring people person, ready to assist our team and customers with Integrity and Care . Our customer is our focus; you will be able to showcase your Entrepreneurial sales skills to provide extraordinary customer service and, along with our friendly team, be able to show Discipline in adopting our proven retail approach.Your responsibilities will include:Upholding proper Health and Safety standards of your environment, for the team and customersProviding exceptional customer service and product solutions to customersDevelop a deep understanding of our product range through our inhouse and external training modules as well as supplier update sessions to keep up with industry trendsManage, mentor, develop and support the teamOngoing merchandising of the store to ensure product availability for customersOperate Point of Sales system for all kinds of customer transactionsAssist with unloading, processing, and storage of stockGeneral housekeeping duties to offer customers a positive store experienceOverlooking the store rosters and manning of the storeManage and provide security of premises, stock and cashUndertake opening, closing and end of day proceduresAttend, present and prepare for training and team, customer and business development eventsThe ideal candidate will:Have personal or professional experience and interest within the Fishing, Marine or Motorhome industriesBe keen to champion our strong customer service cultureHave at least 3 years of retail management experienceBe able to manage, mentor and develop their teamHave the motivation for professional growth within the business – most of our upper management progressed from Branch Managers!Hands on and happy to have an 'on your feet' jobBe able to work alternate weekends and some public holidays Start date will be prior to the store opening, there will be some travel involved, visiting other locations along with a visit to Auckland and our Support Office.
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