Line Manager in Training - New Zealand
Bring your leadership skills and passion to Kmart where we focus on delivering exceptional customer service in a fun and fast paced environment.
Summary about this job
Management - Department/Assistant
Company: Kmart
Location: Auckland
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-4-280-6968
Fax: +64-7-780-9603
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Detail information about job Line Manager in Training - New Zealand. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Build a career Kmart - opportunities across NZ
- Make your mark in retail management
- Gain the skills and knowledge to lead a high performing team
It's an exciting time at Kmart - we are currently Australasia most profitable retailer and we have some big plans in place that will ensure our business continues to grow and be hugely successful! We are currently transforming the look and feel of our stores with the aim of significantly increasing our retail business. We have over 200 stores already open throughout Australia and New Zealand, we employ over 30,000 team members and we have another 40 new stores in the pipeline to ensure we are expanding our business!
At Kmart Australasia, we are all about being IRRESISTIBLE! Our products and prices are amazing and each day we do our outmost to exceed our customers' expectations… and a huge part of our success is attributed to the amazing management teams who provide outstanding leadership in our stores.
We are currently seeking applications for those wishing to join our Line Manager in Training program, to become future Line Managers (Department Manager’s) in our stores.
At Kmart, we see the value that great leaders can add to our teams, stores and culture. Our Line manager in training program is designed to provide potential frontline managers with the skills and knowledge to successfully manage a team within Kmart. The program includes facilitated learning and on-the-job discovery through rotations across all departments.
Some travel to the different stores (within reason) is required, so a flexible attitude is a must. The LMIT program is for a period of approximately 6 months and after successful completion of the program, you will move into a Line Manager or Bench Manager position.
Here in New Zealand, we are looking for people to join our program both in the North and South Islands. There may also be future management opportunities across the country, so the ability to relocate, although not essential, would be highly regarded.
Previous management experience in the retail industry, with demonstrated experience leading/supervising/coaching a team is required. You may be working for a smaller retailer already and are keen to learn from a big box retailer or have led, coached and supervised a team elsewhere. Being a self-motivated individual, you will also have:
- A solid background in customer service / retail
- Great communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to coach, train and mentor Team Member’s to get the best out of every Team member
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to our evolving and ever changing and successful business
The Line Manager in Training program will provide you with the formal learning you need to become a great leader in one of Australasia’s most trusted retailers.
You will benefit from joining an amazing business and a dynamic team who are all committed to the success of Kmart and providing our customers with a great shopping experience. Our values – Think Customer, Take Care, Live Integrity, Grow Together and Reach Higher will resonate with you closely and you’ll enjoy being part of a growing, iconic business that has a fantastic culture that is non-hierarchical, diverse and inclusive. Your work environment will be highly collaborative, fast-paced and progressive, with no two days the same!
You will be afforded autonomy and accountability in your role and have access to development opportunities across both Kmart and the Wesfarmers Group, exceptional remuneration, team discount card, an uncapped bonus scheme and benefits program. So if this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
Kmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed.
Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.