Kmart Auckland Area - Department Manager

Brighter Futures Start Here

As Australia and New Zealand's biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do.

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

We are looking for Department Manager across our Auckland stores; Manukau, Papatoetoe, Sylvia Park, Botany, St Lukes and Henderson. Please include in your application your store preferences. 

What you’ll be doing

As a Department Manager in a Kmart store you will:          

• Enjoy leading others
• Like variety in your work
• Think on your feet
• Follow policy and clear processes
• Be driven and ambitious
• Adapt to change
• Demonstrate resilience

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Experience as a manager across either a big box or high-volume retail environment
• A passion for delivering results that will motivate your team
• Experience coaching and leading large and diverse teams
• Values that reflect a high level of commitment to ‘safety’, always thinking ‘customer’ and a belief in constantly motivating your team to ‘reach higher’ every day.
• The ability to foster strong relationships with team members, peers, customers and leaders

What we’ll offer you:

• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why all team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount of 10% at Kmart and 5% at Bunnings.
• 25% off approved, eligible workwear purchases in Kmart store. 
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
• A dynamic learning and support program

A place you can belong

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au