Assistant Store Manager; IC | Store Shirley | Surrounds

Position: Assistant Store Manager (2IC) | New Store Shirley | Surrounds
Assistant Store Manager (2IC) | New Store Shirley | Christchurch & Surrounds page is loaded## Assistant Store Manager (2IC) | New Store Shirley | Christchurch & Surrounds locations:
Shirley:
Rolleston:
Ferrymead:
Christchurch time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
March 13, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
JR106685
** Multiple Opportunities & Locations - Be sure to include your preferred locations in your cover letter!
**** New Stores - New Opportunities!
**** We have an exciting opportunity for Assistant Retail Store Mangers (2IC) across our Christchurch Locations.
** Petstock are looking
** for Assistant Retail Store Managers (2IC)
** to join our team at the following locations:  
** Petstock Shirley - New Store  Petstock Moorhouse Ave - New Store  Petstock Ferrymead  Petstock Northwood  Petstock Rolleston
** Join a passionate team where we are inspired by pets and animals to be better people both in our careers and our everyday life, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet!
* Award-winning programs that support career growth, with a new leadership development program underway
* Team member, family & pet benefits across Petstock Group & Woolworths Group
* Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services

As an inspired member of the Petstock Group, our connections with pets help us grow as people. At the Petstock Group, together we live by this truth. We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life.

Take on the role of Assistant Store Manager at Petstock and support the Store Manager in leading a passionate team to deliver the world-class customer service we’re known for, playing a key role in the success of the Petstock Group.

With a fun, friendly, and inclusive culture, you’ll have every opportunity to grow your career within our retail operations team.
** Why Petstock is the Place for You
*** Free access to Sonder our wellbeing, safety, and mental health support service
* From supporting the Petstock Foundation to our sustainability projects and community partnerships, our people have opportunities to play a role and be part of something bigger. Because giving back, together, is what we do!
* Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of Additional Paid leave & 4 weeks of paid parental leave
* Health and wellness services at a great corporate discount
* Exclusive access to Workplace Banking
* We’re built on family values, combined with a genuine passion for pets and people. We operate with heart, inclusivity, and inspiration for pets, people, and the planet
** A Peek Into Your Petstock Day
*** Lead by example, mentoring and inspiring your team daily
* Support your Store Manager in coaching the team to achieve and develop their knowledge and skills
* Lead from the front by consistently providing an exceptional customer experience
* Create strong safety mindset, committed to fostering a culture of safety within your team
* Support your Store Manager to manage stock effectively, ensuring accuracy and that the team follows stock integrity processes
* Assist in managing visual merchandising (VM) of stock displays, ensuring VM standards are consistently maintained
* Demonstrate initiative by actively keeping your knowledge up to date on pet care, products, and services
* Recruit, onboard, and induct high-calibre new team members
* Create a fun, supportive in-store culture where your team loves coming to work every day
* Proactively support local marketing opportunities and sponsor ships
* Experience in a similar store leadership role or ready to take that next step up in your retail management career
* Demonstrated drive to achieve and exceed sales targets
* Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and build a high-performing teams whilst fostering a positive culture
* Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities, ensuring timely completion of tasks
* Ability to drive safe Work, Health & Safety practices
* Established business acumen
* Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work environment
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and rapport with…