We're looking for an experienced 2IC or Assistant Manager based in Palmerston North, who's ready to step up into a Store Manager role, with genuine training and support behind you as you make that transition.

The Role

This is a full leadership position primarily based in Palmerston North, with a strong focus on supporting our local team. As this is a roving position, you may be required to support other stores within the Central North Island region as required. You'll be responsible for everything that happens inside the store, from hitting sales targets and managing the P&L, to building a team that delivers exceptional customer service every single day. You'll work closely with the Retail Operations Manager and the wider support team as you step into the role, with the autonomy to lead your team your way.

You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Driving store performance across sales targets, profitability, budgets and reporting
• Leading, coaching and developing your team to be the best they can be
• Delivering an exceptional customer experience and building lasting customer relationships
• Managing inventory, stock control and store presentation to company standards
• Ensuring full health, safety and compliance across all areas of the store
• Conducting performance reviews and keeping your team on a clear development pathway
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in a store management or senior supervisory role, ideally in automotive, retail or a trade environment
• Strong commercial acumen — you're comfortable reading financials and taking action on what you see
• Experience leading and developing a team, with a coaching mindset
• Solid understanding of health and safety in an operational environment
• Familiarity with tyre products and applications is an advantage — but we can back the right leader
• A full, clean NZ Driver's Licence
  
  

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package with performance incentives — [include specifics if known]
• The autonomy to lead your store and build your team your way
• Genuine career development within a global organisation — Bridgestone operates in over 150 countries and the growth opportunities here are real
• A supportive network of regional and national leadership behind you
• Staff and family discounts on tyres, servicing and Bridgestone group benefits
• A company that backs its people in training, in resources and in recognition
  
  

Why Bridgestone?

We're New Zealand's leading tyre specialist - and part of the global Bridgestone Corporation, a world leader in sustainable mobility. That means you get the security of a trusted global brand with the feel of a local team that genuinely cares about the people in it.

We're not just saying that. We actively invest in our people's development, we promote from within, and we work hard to make Bridgestone a place where you feel valued - not just another number on a roster.

Ready to Apply?

If you've got the right attitude and you're ready to show up and do the job well, we want to hear from you.

Applications are reviewed as received - don't wait, apply today.

Bridgestone New Zealand is committed to a safe and healthy workplace. The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and drug screening test. All applicants must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.