Department Manager - Hastings NZ

As Australia’s biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause: giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality because at Kmart, it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter. Join the team Department managers at Kmart live and breathe the Kmart values and are responsible for recruiting, leading, developing, and coaching their team members. Our teams are passionate about the work they do and strive to continuously raise the bar! What you’ll be doing As a Department Manager in a Kmart store you will:

• Enjoy leading others
• Like variety in your work
• Think on your feet
• Follow policy and clear processes
• Be driven and ambitious
• Adapt to change
• Demonstrate resilience

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Experience as a manager across either a big box or high-volume retail environment
• A passion for delivering results that will motivate your team
• Experience coaching and leading large and diverse teams
• Values that reflect a high level of commitment to ‘safety’, always thinking ‘customer’ and a belief in constantly motivating your team to ‘reach higher’ every day.
• The ability to foster strong relationships with team members, peers, customers, and leaders

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• A dynamic learning and support program
• Competitive remuneration
• Development opportunities across Kmart Group (comprised of Kmart, Target, and Catch) as well as the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible)
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount of 10% at Kmart, 10% Target, and up to 5% at Bunnings and Officeworks.
• 20% off approved, eligible workwear purchases.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products.
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers!

We’re here to make everyday living brighter From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we’re now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! We’re progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers. A place you can belong At Kmart, 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. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best. If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now! Phone screening and interviews will occur prior to the closing date of this advertisement. Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr