Retail Operations Manager - South Island

We are currently seeking a Retail Operations Manager, based in Christchurch. You will be responsible to drive the sales and profitability of Seven Company owned retail stores from Christchurch through to Dunedin. This includes both Bridgestone and Tony's Tyre stores.

Key to the success of this position:

• Proven experience in effectively managing people is essential, as well as the ability to develop sales processes and customer service excellence in all stores.
• The monitoring of budgets and profitability of all stores and assisting the store managers to achieve their targets, increasing turnover through development of the existing customer base and the procurement of new business in conjunction with the store managers, while maintaining and developing the brand identity of the stores.
• A strong focus on Health and Safety, immaculate store presentation and compliance is essential. The preparation of budgets and reporting is an integral part of this role.
• Experience in the tyre industry is useful but not a necessity - a results orientation and a substantial background in retail or wholesale management, training and development is crucial.
• Empowering Retail Store Managers to be accountable for the operation of their store and to supervise their performance.

In return, we offer you

• Competitive remuneration
• Company vehicle, Laptop and mobile phone
• Health insurance cover
• Uniform
• Company product purchasing at excellent rates

About Bridgestone NZ Ltd.

Bridgestone is the largest tyre company in the world and the number one tyre brand in New Zealand. We focus on constantly improving, innovating and evolving to continue delivering not only the best products but also the best service. Bridgestone New Zealand's network of stores nationwide includes Bridgestone Select and Bridgestone Tyre Centre.

Bridgestone is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. You will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug screening test.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply? If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, please apply now and forward your updated Cover Letter and CV.