Store Manager – Lead Our Albany Mega Store

Store Manager – Lead Our Albany MEGA Store

The Opportunity

This is more than a store management role — it's a chance to lead one of New Zealand's most high-profile retail operations.

Based on-site in

Albany, Auckland

, this position offers a

competitive salary

, a

company vehicle

, and access to a

staff purchase scheme

across select

Columbus Cafés

and

Mitre 10 stores

We're seeking an experienced

Store Manager

who thrives on

leading large operations, navigating complexity, and driving performance

You'll oversee a multi-million-dollar operation, shaping both commercial strategy and culture, while ensuring Mitre 10 MEGA Albany continues to set the benchmark for home improvement retail nationwide.

About Us

As one of New Zealand's most trusted home improvement retailers, we're proud to combine the spirit of a

Kiwi-owned business

with the strength and innovation of a

national network

Mitre 10 MEGA Albany sits at the heart of a successful, forward-thinking group with locations across Auckland.

Known for our strong customer base, local partnerships, and industry-leading standards, we're driven by a shared purpose :

helping Kiwis improve their homes and lives

This is a store that embodies scale, innovation, and opportunity — where great leadership truly makes an impact.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the

Chief Retail Operations Officer

, you'll be responsible for :

Leading a large, multi-department leadership team to deliver exceptional results.

Setting and executing commercial and operational strategy to achieve growth and profitability targets.

Embedding a culture of excellence across customer service, safety, merchandising, and team engagement.

Ensuring operational efficiency in inventory, people management, financial control, and compliance.

Driving innovation through continuous improvement, partnerships, and community engagement.

What You'll Bring

Proven senior retail leadership

experience (5+ years) within large-format, high-volume environments.

A record of

delivering strong financial outcomes

through commercial insight and operational discipline.

Exceptional people leadership

— developing, motivating, and empowering large, diverse teams.

Operational expertise

in merchandising, stock management, forecasting, and safety.

Deep understanding of

New Zealand's retail environment

, employment legislation, and customer trends.

growth mindset

and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on leadership.

Why You'll Love It Here

This is your opportunity to lead from the front — with the scope, autonomy, and support to make a genuine mark on one of New Zealand's most recognised retail brands.

You'll be backed by a high-performing support office, empowered to innovate locally, and surrounded by a culture that values excellence, collaboration, and community.

If you're an experienced retail leader ready to take on a flagship store and help shape the future of home improvement retail, we'd love to talk.

Next Steps

Ready to lead at scale and elevate what success looks like in New Zealand retail?

Apply now and start the conversation about your next career move.

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