Store Manager - Expressions of Interest

Register Your Interest If you’re a strong retail leader ready for your next challenge and want to be considered for upcoming Store Manager opportunities, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your details and we’ll be in touch as suitable roles become available. Are you an experienced retail leader ready for your next big step? We’re building a pipeline of exceptional Store Managers for upcoming opportunities across the North Island. Whether it’s leading a brand-new store from the ground up or stepping into an established operation ready for its next phase of growth - we’re looking to connect with experienced, passionate Store Managers who want to make an impact. This Expression of Interest is ideal for driven grocers who love leading people, delivering outstanding customer experiences, and achieving strong commercial results, and who may even aspire to become an Owner/Operator in the future. The Role As a Store Manager, you’ll partner closely with an Owner/Operator to run the day-to-day operations of a large-format, community-focused supermarket. You will: Create, drive, and deliver customer experiences worth driving past the competition for. Lead and motivate a high-performing store team, fostering a great place to work and grow. Deliver strong commercial performance through customer insight and sound decision-making. Support the long-term strategic direction of the store, then execute it with pace and precision. Build strong relationships within the local community to drive loyalty and customer satisfaction. What’s in it for you? A chance to shape and influence store performance within a flexible and innovative environment. Opportunities for ambitious leaders who aspire to future store ownership. Work closely with a hands-on Owner/Operator who invests in your growth and development. Lead all aspects of large-scale retail operations and play a key role in store success. What we’re looking for Proven leadership capability with the ability to lead, coach, and inspire teams of 100+A commercially savvy mindset with the ability to listen, advise, and develop solutions grounded in customer insight. Confidence in data analysis, reporting, and Excel in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities. Experience with SAP is advantageous. Solid retail management experience across both Dry Goods and Fresh Foods. A hands-on leadership style - someone who loves being on the floor, connecting with the team, and driving results About Foodies You know New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square, right? That’s us! We’re one of NZ’s largest companies - proudly Kiwi, proudly local, and focused on making sure our communities get the very best from their local store.