Management - Store (Retail & Consumer Products) Full time We are looking for a full time Trade Centre Manager based in our Whangarei Trade Centre who understands the importance of personalised customer service and can motivate a dedicated sales and service team! This is a true leadership role that gives you the opportunity to run your store as your own and really make your mark. Key responsibilities will include: Delivering an exceptional customer experience by overseeing all aspects of store sales and operations. Developing a high performing team of Trade Sales Assistants including recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing development. Driving sales growth whilst ensuring efficiency in operational costs. Building relationships with our diverse range of customers and the local community to become the region's trusted source of industrial expertise. Ensuring a high standard of store presentation and merchandising to ensure a positive customer experience. Maintaining best practice in inventory management ensuring appropriate stock levels are maintained and inventory records are accurate. Collaborating with the sales team and other departments for the overall success of the region and business. Our Ideal Candidate? Proven experience (min 2 years) managing a medium – large retail, sales, or trade sector operation. An organised and passionate individual with the ability to take the team to the next level and build a great culture. Excellent communication, leadership and relationship building skills coupled with initiative and 'can do' attitude will make you stand out. Champion for delivering excellence and continuous improvement. Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong knowledge of health and safety practices and procedures. About us: NZ Safety Blackwoods is the country's leading supplier of personal protective equipment, work wear, industrial and packaging products, as well as industry specific training and consulting services. We are united in our ambition that our customers can 'Depend on us to ensure that their business never stops'. We do this through delivering an amazing customer experience, industry leading specialist knowledge and value-added solutions. NZ Safety Blackwoods is all about taking care – taking care of our customers, our community and each other. A competitive remuneration package. Structured training and development programmes. Great staff discounts on a wide variety of products! Incentive on top of base salary offered. Apply now and tell us why it is you that we should be welcoming into the NZ Safety Blackwoods family! #J-18808-Ljbffr