About this role
Brighter Futures Start here – Kmart Aotearoa
Kia Ora! At Kmart, we’ve been making everyday living brighter for over 50 years. Today, across 450+ stores and a 55,000-strong team, we’re one of Australia and New Zealand’s most loved retailers, and we’re just getting started.
Making everyday living brighter, from Whang ā rei to Invercargill – our team brings good value and good vibes to everyday New Zealanders.
Want to be part of this journey? Explore careers: Kmart Careers
The Rewards You Deserve
✅ Competitive salary + bonus potential
✅ Team member discounts across Kmart, Target, Officeworks & Bunnings
✅ Career pathways across Kmart Group and Wesfarmers
✅ Ongoing leadership development and support
Lead. Inspire. Deliver.
Store Managers at Kmart play a critical role in shaping the customer experience and driving operational excellence. You will lead high-performing teams, manage financial outcomes, and create a positive, inclusive culture that reflects our values.
This role will be based in Bayfair (Tauranga) but supporting stores in Bay of Plenty region.
What you’ll be doing
✅ Leadership & Motivation – Inspire and develop high-performing teams by fostering strong values, open communication, and a positive team culture .
✅ Strategic Thinking – Interpret data, anticipate trends, and respond with agility to changing business needs.
✅ Relationship Building – Collaborate effectively across all levels, managing expectations and building strong partnerships to drive team success.
✅ Operational Excellence – Maintain a strong attention to detail, with exceptional planning and prioritisation skills to manage multiple tasks while driving productivity and results.
✅ Resilience & Adaptability – Remain composed under pressure, adapt to challenges, and continuously seek opportunities to improve.
✅ Growth Mindset – Embrace feedback, focus on self-development, and drive ongoing improvement in both team and business performance.
At Kmart, we celebrate the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels valued and respected.
We’re proud to make our recruitment process accessible and welcoming for all. If you need workplace adjustments, email us at [email protected] .
Apply now and take the next step in your leadership career with Kmart. Explore careers via the link in bio !