20 Retail jobs in New Zealand

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Retail customer service Ice Cream Associate to join our team. This role involves preparing and serving ice cream, coffee, and other beverages, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and contributing to our brand’s presence through social media management. This is a full time position at 30 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve ice cream, coffee, and other beverages to customers

• Take customer orders accurately and process payments using POS/register systems

• Clean and maintain café equipment, including espresso machines, grinders, and ice cream makers

• Wipe down and sanitize tables, benchtops, and service areas regularly

• Monitor stock levels and assist in stocktaking and restocking supplies

• Manage daily social media tasks, including taking content, responding to comments, and helping post stories or updates aligned with the brand voice

• Follow all health, safety, and hygiene procedures

• Contribute to a clean, friendly, and efficient work environment

• Support the team with other tasks as required

• Night shift mostly.

• Available to work during Public holidays

• Additional hours might be required during peak season’.

Ideal Candidate:

• Friendly, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Confident using coffee machines and comfortable with food handling

• Familiar with social media platforms (especially Instagram and TikTok) and understands basic content creation

• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices

• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

• Some relevant work experience’ is appreciated.

To be considered for this role you must be able to work a combination of weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, public holidays as well as being available to work extra days when required during peak season. You will also need to be comfortable being in sole charge for some periods.

R & S (2020) LIMITED trading as Four Square Rifle Road Taupo ,

We are dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality groceries at affordable prices. As a well-established grocery retailer, we pride ourselves on offering fresh produce, pantry staples, local goods, and unique products to meet the needs of our diverse customer base. We are currently seeking a Retail Buyer to join our dynamic team and help ensure that our store's offerings reflect the best in quality, variety, and value. It is a Full Time Role- 30 to 40 hours per week. Pay Starts from $30 per hour.

As a Retail Buyer for our grocery store, you will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the product assortment for our store. Your role will involve working closely with suppliers to secure the best pricing, quality, and delivery schedules, while ensuring that our shelves are always stocked with the products that our customers need. You will need to stay ahead of food trends, anticipate demand for seasonal products, and ensure our grocery department runs smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Selection & Sourcing: Identify and source new grocery products, focusing on freshness, quality, and customer demand. Ensure a broad and competitive product offering across all categories, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, dry goods, and specialty items.
• Vendor Management & Negotiation: Build strong, collaborative relationships with vendors and negotiate favorable terms, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms. Maintain open communication to resolve any issues promptly.
• Inventory & Stock Management: Maintain optimal stock levels across all grocery categories, ensuring the store is fully stocked with in-demand items without overstocking perishable goods. Monitor inventory turnover and adjust orders accordingly.
• Seasonal Planning & Promotions: Plan for seasonal product assortments and promotions, ensuring that the store is stocked with the right products to meet changing customer preferences and demand.
• Trend Analysis: Keep up with the latest grocery and food trends, customer preferences, and new product innovations. Ensure the product range stays current and appealing to our customers.
• Sales & Performance Monitoring: Analyze sales data and product performance to make informed purchasing decisions. Track sales trends and adjust orders as necessary to capitalize on high-demand items or clear slow-moving stock.
• Cost Control & Budgeting: Manage purchasing budgets to ensure that costs are kept in line with targets while maintaining product quality and profitability.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all products meet the company's quality standards, particularly with regard to perishable items like fresh produce, meat, and dairy. Work with suppliers to address any quality issues.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with store operations, marketing, and merchandising teams to align product offerings with customer needs and upcoming promotions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or a related field is required.
• Previous experience as a Retail Buyer in the grocery or food retail industry would be advantageous (2+ years may replace qualification requirements).
• Strong understanding of grocery product categories, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, and packaged goods.
• Experience with negotiating supplier contracts and managing vendor relationships.
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, especially in managing inventory and stock levels.
• Knowledge of food trends, dietary preferences (e.g., organic, gluten-free, vegan), and the grocery supply chain.
• Proficient with retail management systems, inventory control software, and MS Excel (experience with ERP systems is a plus).
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Suitable candidate must be flexible to work on a weekends and public holidays.
• Happy to work early mornings

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Location/ Place of work – Stirling Sports – Napier and Hastings

Wage/Salary - $27/hour or More

Job Type – Permanent Full-time

Position – Retail Assistants

Are you passionate about sports, streetwear, and delivering awesome customer experiences ? We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic retail assistant  to join our fast-paced team at Stirling Sports Hawkes Bay .

Minimum Guaranteed Hours/Week are 30.   

Maximum hours/week you may be required to work are 45. 

You will be required to work on weekends.

You may be required to travel between both Napier and Hastings stores.

·    A positive attitude and strong work ethic

·    Confident communication skills and a team-first mindset

·    An interest in retail, sportswear, and fashion

·    Reliability and a willingness to learn

·    Previous retail experience is a bonus – but not essential

What You’ll Be Doing:

·    Providing friendly, helpful service and creating great customer experiences

·    Supporting the team with daily store operations

·    Keeping the store looking fresh, clean, and well-stocked

·    Learning about our products and helping customers find the right fit

·    Contributing to a positive, team-focused environment

We are a furniture retail business offering a wide range of new and second-hand furniture, from essential household items to custom-designed and imported pieces. We’re looking for a Buyer with practical experience in retail purchasing, strong market awareness, and excellent negotiation skills to support our stock sourcing and sales strategy. Starting pay offered from $30-$35 hourly will be fixed according to the skills and experience for 30-40 hours a week. However, this will be reviewed periodically. Any overtime will be paid as per above payrate. In this position, you will be responsible for the following duties:

·    Monitor inventory levels and sales trends to identify restocking needs and ensure product availability.

·    Source pre-owned furniture directly from individual sellers, including arranging inspections and negotiating fair purchase terms.

·    Stay up to date with customer preferences, supplier offerings, and broader market trends to guide product selection and purchasing strategies.

·    Communicate with both local and overseas suppliers to arrange orders and secure favourable pricing, delivery terms, and promotional cooperation.

·    Assist in planning and executing in-store promotions, pricing strategies, and product displays to enhance customer engagement.

·    Liaise with management on seasonal planning, marketing campaigns, and long-term stock and sales strategies.

·    Maintain quality standards across all products, inspecting both new and used items before they are displayed or sold.

Qualification requirements:

Minimum two years of previous experience in purchasing or stock sourcing within a busy retail or product-based environment, such as household goods, general merchandise, or customer-facing sales settings.

Strong ability to assess product quality, value, and suitability for resale.

Comfortable negotiating with a wide range of suppliers, including private individuals.

Good understanding of inventory cycles, local customer preferences, and sales-driven product selection.

Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently while meeting timelines.

Willingness to learn about different furniture types, materials, and market segments.

The candidate must be available to work on weekends if required, depending on job schedules or client needs.

The successful candidate must have no criminal convictions and must be able to pass drug and alcohol tests.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to us. Please include your visa type and expiration date in the application if you are a temporary New Zealand visa holder.

Pure NZ Gifts Ltd is a gift shop located in Queenstown, South Island. We sell top-quality New Zealand gifts, souvenirs, and health products to tourists in Queenstown. We now need three Retail Sales Persons to help us provide top-quality service. This is a full-time job with guaranteed hours of 30 hours per week, but normally, you will work around 40 hours per week.

The job involves the following tasks and duties:

· Greet customers with a warm welcome and explain our products

· Respond to customer inquiries.

· Obtain customer needs and advise on product use and price.

· Sell gifts, souvenirs, health products, and other products available

· Accept payment, issue invoices, and keep records of transactions.

· Assist with stock takes and stock management.

· Stack and display goods for sale, and wrap and pack goods sold

· Ensure the shop has a clean and tidy environment

Requirements for this role:

· At least one year of work experience in a similar role is needed to qualify for the job

· A relevant NZQF Level 2 certificate, or a Bachelor's degree in any major, can replace the work experience requirement.

· As most of our customers are Chinese-speaking tourists, you need to speak fluent Mandarin.

· If you have an understanding or experience with operating a WeChat official account or Red Note, it will be highly preferred.

· You should have good interpersonal and communication skills.

· You should be able to work during the weekend and sometimes in the evening because we open seven days a week and from 9 AM to 10 PM.

If you think you are the right one, do not hesitate to send us your CV.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable candidate for the Retail Store Manager position to autonomously manage the day-to-day operations of our busy store in Whakatane. This is a full-time position with minimum 30 hours per week. We are offering an hourly rate of between $30 to $35 for this position based on the experience.

You would be required to perform the following duties not limited to

• Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day functioning of the store, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Lead and manage store personnel by handling recruitment, creating staff rosters, providing training, and conducting regular performance reviews.
• Design and enforce operational procedures aimed at enhancing productivity, consistency, and compliance with food safety and retail standards.
• Track daily and weekly sales trends, analyse store performance metrics, and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Maintain oversight of the store’s budget, manage expenditures, and prepare financial summaries and reports to support business decision-making.
• Build and sustain effective partnerships with suppliers and distributors, regularly negotiating pricing and contract terms to ensure profitability and timely stock availability.
• Develop in-store promotions and local marketing strategies to boost foot traffic, drive product sales, and build brand loyalty within the community.
• Address and resolve customer concerns in a timely and professional manner, aiming to consistently deliver a positive shopping experience.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines.
• Must be available to work early mornings and weekends.
• No criminal convictions / Drug tests are required.

Qualifications and Experience:

The applicant must have atleast 12 months of experience in the Retail sector preferably in Managerial role. Qualification is not mandatory, However having one is preferred. (Any relevant qualification- minimum level-4)

If this sounds like you, please upload your CV and we will be in touch.

Store Manager – Govind Enterprise Ltd (Christchurch)
Full-Time | Permanent | Minimum 30 hours/week | $24–$7/hour

About the Business
Govind Enterprise Limited operates multiple retail dairy and convenience stores across Christchurch. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. Due to increasing operational requirements, we are seeking a full-time Store Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of one of our retail stores located in Christchurch.

About the Role
This full-time, permanent position requires availability across a 7-day roster, between the hours of 6:00 am and 8:00 pm. The role involves overseeing store operations, managing staff, ensuring product availability, and maintaining financial performance. The position is vital to the effective functioning of our store and supports the delivery of high service standards and compliance with business and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
As Store Manager, your duties will include:

• Determining appropriate product mix, stock levels, and customer service standards
• Planning and implementing purchasing and marketing strategies
• Setting pricing policies, preparing promotions, and advertising store offerings
• Managing inventory levels, merchandising, and replenishment to ensure consistent product availability
• Monitoring and maintaining accurate financial records and stock control
• Developing and maintaining the store’s budget and cost control measures
• Leading, training, and supervising staff to deliver high levels of customer service
• Creating staff rosters and monitoring daily attendance and time records
• Ensuring compliance with employment, health and safety, and company policies
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to adjust store offerings
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and local community stakeholders

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field is a mandatory requirement
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication
• Sound knowledge of retail sales processes, budgeting, inventory control, and staff supervision
• Flexible availability to work shifts across weekends and public holidays
• Strong organisational and multitasking ability in a busy retail environment
• Willingness to undergo drug and alcohol screening prior to employment

Terms of Employment

• Full-time permanent role
• Minimum guaranteed 30 hours per week
• Pay rate: $24– 27 per hour, depending on experience
• Work location: Christchurch, New Zealand
• Rostered shifts between 6:00 am and 8:00 pm, 7 days a week

Additional Information
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted for the successful applicant. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. 

To Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a long-term opportunity to grow with a supportive retail business, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.

We are seeking for TWO Retail Sales Assistant  at KRIYANSH ENTERPRISES LTD T/A E VAPE, Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand . Our Retail Sales Assistant should be a motivate personnel willing to perform according to their maximum capacity. This is a great opportunity to lead a dynamic, friendly retail team where excellence, success, and people are valued and rewarded. We are a busy running store where every day would be different to manage as Retail Sales Assistant.

This is full-time, permanent employment with a minimum of 30 hours a week and an hourly rate of NZ$24.00 – 26.00/ hour.

  You will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Support the store manager with an array of operational tasks and projects, including stock ordering, stock takes, banking, cash handling, merchandising, and much more.
•   Labelling goods and ensuring the correct price is displayed.
•   Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
•   Opening and closing of premises and associated security
•   Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service.
•   Be courageous with being bold, innovative and not afraid to take on any aspect of the role.
•   A self-starter capable of working well by yourself on solo shifts and staying motivated.
•   Handling the cash counter & invoice the customers for the goods purchased.
• Listening to customers’ complaints & forwarding it to the management to address it in a professional manner.

Our ideal candidates will have:

• Be a friendly, approachable, and people-oriented individual.
• Must be a NON-SMOKER.
•   Someone who has a proactive approach and motivation to achieve and improve continuously!
•   A natural ability to build rapport with any customer and assist in their buying decisions.
•   Be a physically fit, hardworking, and reliable person with great attention to detail.
•   The ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own (unsupervised).
•   A passion for providing excellent customer service and always putting the customer first.
•   Basic communication and computer skills.
•   A positive attitude with the ability to problem-solve.
•   The ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure.
•   Have prior sales experience in a similar retail environment (preferred but not essential). Full training will be provided.
•   Available to work on weekends and public holidays.
•   Able to start early and finish late shifts when required.
•   Able to pass a random drug test at any time.
•   Must hold a valid driving license to drive a car in New Zealand, as the applicant may be required to travel to get goods from a supplier in a contingency situation.
•   Must have no serious criminal convictions.

If this sounds like something you will enjoy and excel at, please APPLY NOW!

HARISWAROOP LIMITED (Fruit Vege and Grocery Store)
Location: Whangarei

HARISWAROOP LIMITED (Fruit Vege and Grocery Store)
Location: Whangarei
Store Operating Hours: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM, 7 days a week
Hours per Week: 35-40 (Full-time)

HARISWAROOP LIMITED is a well-established fruit, vegetable, and grocery store in Whangarei, currently looking for a motivated and experienced Retail Supervisor to support store operations and lead our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong retail background who is passionate about customer service and team leadership.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Assist to oversee daily store operations to ensure smooth workflow
• Supervise and coordinate staff activities and performance
• Ensure excellent customer service and handle customer inquiries or issues
• Assist to manage inventory levels, stock replenishment, and supplier orders
• Maintain store cleanliness, merchandising, and visual presentation
• Assist with staff training, shift planning, and rostering
• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Required:

• Minimum of 1–2 years of retail or supervisory experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and time management abilities
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Must be eligible to work in New Zealand (NZ citizen, resident, or valid work visa)

Job Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Stable full-time position with consistent hours
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for growth within the business

To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to us, or drop by the store for more information.