Specialist Seasonal (BBQ's, Camping, Outdoor Furniture) Mitre 10 MEGA Albany

September 23, 2024

Mitre10

Auckland City

OTHER & FULL TIME

Mitre 10 is New Zealand’s largest home improvement retailer, with 84 stores nationwide, all independently owned. As a cooperative, Mitre 10 fosters a strong commitment to supporting local communities while providing quality products through a national network of resources, infrastructure, and expertise. Life at Mitre 10 is dynamic and fast-paced, offering plenty of opportunities to grow in a business that values innovation and customer service.

Riviera Hardware Holdings Ltd. is proud to be the largest group of Mitre 10 stores within this national network. Since our inception in 2009 with the opening of our first Mitre 10 store in Warkworth, we have expanded to include five Mitre 10 MEGA stores: Albany, New Lynn, Warkworth, Whangaparaoa, and Silverdale. Our stores are not only known for their extensive product range but also for offering a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, including Columbus Coffee cafés. Additionally, we operate a Distribution Centre and own our own Frame and Truss Manufacturing Plant, ensuring end-to-end service for both retail and trade customers.

As a Kiwi-owned company, Riviera Hardware Holdings retains the close-knit, family feel of a small business, while benefiting from the national infrastructure and support of the Mitre 10 cooperative. This balance allows us to provide exceptional service and products while maintaining our roots in the community.

About the job:
This position offers a competitive hourly rate (releant experience and skill dependent) and a range of employee benefits. This is an on-site, permanent, full time opportuynity in a busy, multi-skilled team where one-team is the name of the game. Hours are 40 per week and the roster pattern for this role is Tuesday to Saturday.

About the role:
Are you a pro when it comes to outdoor gear, BBQs, or keeping things cool in the summer heat? Do you know your Traeger from your Broil King and can chat camping like it’s second nature? We’re heading into the summer season, and we need a dedicated specialist to help customers in our seasonal department. From outdoor furniture and barbeques to camping and cooling products, you’ll be the go-to for expert advice and product recommendations.

What You’ll Bring

2+ years of experience working with seasonal products (BBQs, outdoor furniture, camping gear, etc.).
A passion for all things outdoors and a knack for translating customer needs into the perfect product fit.
A solid understanding of stock management, merchandising, and keeping our displays top-notch.
Great interpersonal and communication skills—whether it’s walking a customer through a new grill setup or making recommendations on accessories they didn’t know they needed.
Attention to detail with a safety-first mindset when it comes to product installation and store standards.
Flexibility to jump in and help wherever needed around the store.

Apply Now
Ready to help our customers take on the summer? If you know your way around a campsite, can chat BBQs like a pro, and love the outdoors, apply now and join our award-winning team at Mitre 10 MEGA Albany!

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