Merchant 1948 \| Footwear with heritage, designed for modern life
We're Merchant 1948 – a New Zealand family business putting shoes on feet since 1948. With over 30 stores across Aotearoa and Melbourne, we've built a reputation for premium leather footwear, considered design, and warm, expert service.
Our stores are more than retail spaces, they're places where generations of customers come for timeless style, great craftsmanship, and genuine connection.
Ready to lead your own store?
We're looking for a confident and experienced Store Manager to lead our team at Invercargill store. You'll be responsible for running the day-to-day operations, coaching and developing your team, and creating a positive, high-performing store environment.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for people and product – someone who loves sales, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and leads with care, confidence, and energy.
Here's what's on offer:
Role – Store Manager
Rostered Hours: Tuesday to Saturday
Minimum Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: $62,000 + bonus potential !
What your day will look like:
Leading and managing the daily operations of your store
Coaching your team to deliver great results and memorable customer experiences
Driving sales and motivating your team to exceed targets
Championing a fun, inclusive, and supportive team culture
Overseeing store presentation, stock levels and visual merchandising
Managing admin, reporting and other key operational tasks
You'll thrive in this role if you:
Have retail leadership experience and a track record of results
Are passionate about developing others and building a strong team
Lead by example with a positive, proactive approach
Are confident managing performance, processes and priorities
Take pride in delivering great service and high store standards
Are aligned with our values and excited to represent our brand
What you'll get from us:
A free pair of shoes every season
Monthly bonus potential
Generous team discounts
Referral bonuses when you bring great people into the team
Supportive leadership and clear development pathways
Access to EAP when you need extra support
A workplace where leadership is valued – and you're set up to succeed
Sound like your next big move?
Apply now – we'd love to hear your story.