The Opportunity

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

This is a 45-hour per week role, Monday to Saturday.

What We're Looking For

You'll bring experience, energy, and a genuine passion for leading people. To be considered, you'll need:

• A minimum of 3 years' proven management experience in a retail, automotive or trade environment
• A track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Strong people leadership skills - you know how to get the best out of a team
• Experience in the tyre or wider automotive industry (highly advantageous)
• Sharp commercial acumen and confident business reporting skills
• A full, clean New Zealand Driver's Licence
• A positive, solutions-focused attitude and the drive to lead by example

What's On Offer

We value great leaders and reward them accordingly. In return for your expertise, we offer:

• Competitive salary, based on experience, and company vehicle provided
• Profit share scheme - your results directly impact your earnings
• Genuine career progression pathways within the broader business network
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Generous staff discounts, family buying privileges, and employee benefits
• A supportive team culture within a well-established, trusted brand

Ready to get started?

If this sounds like the next move in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us about your relevant experience.

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

At Tony's Tyres we prioritise a safe and healthy environment for both our team and our customers. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test. All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.