Regional Manager

Now Hiring | High Performing New Zealand Brand | Auckland

The Brand |

This stunning New Zealand based brand is flying high - with a range of boutiques across New Zealand - we're working with them as they expand their retail footprint into Australia. Known for elevated edits in fashion and homewares - you may not know the name but you will recognize the stunning range of brands on offer.

They are a purpose-led brand, who are people centric, and values aligned. This is your chance to join them on their journey in this newly created role as a Regional Manager!  
 
The Role |

Based in Auckland, you'll be able to make impact from day one! This role is hands on, you will focus on building a high-performing team, shaping the store culture, coaching and developing the managers within the region to deliver standout experience that reflects the brand's values and run their stores as if it was their own.  

You'll be all over the detail, from customer service and styling to commercial performance, store presentation and collaborate with a supportive HQ team to drive your business.

You'll have the confidence to make decisions and where your energy, people skills, and sharp operational mind will help you in your success - all while keeping things fun, stylish, and aligned with the bigger picture,

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop and inspire a network of Store Managers to deliver strong commercial results.

• Drive sales performance, productivity and profitability across your region.

• Champion a customer-first culture, ensuring an elevated and consistent brand experience.

• Analyse store performance and identify opportunities to drive sales and efficiency.

• Coach and develop leaders through regular store visits, feedback and succession planning.

• Ensure visual merchandising and operational standards are executed to brand expectations.

• Partner closely with Head Office across buying, VM and people & culture functions.

• Support new store openings and expansion within your region.

• Foster a warm, inclusive and energetic culture that reflects the brand's values.

The Skillset |

• Proven experience in a multi-site leadership role within fashion or lifestyle retail.

• A natural people leader who leads with empathy but isn't afraid to call the shots.

• With strong commercial mindset with the ability to influence and drive results.

• A natural love of fashion, styling, and creating memorable in-store moments.

• Passionate about people development, with a track record of building high-performing teams.

• Highly adaptable, hands-on and comfortable in a fast-paced, growing business.

• Naturally engaging, with the ability to build authentic relationships at all levels.

• Aligned to a brand that values community, creativity and conscious retail.

The Offer |

• Competitive salary!

• Monday - Friday roster.

• Team discount to keep your wardrobe looking sharp.

• Positive, purpose-led team culture

If this sounds like you, reach out to Sharna today for a confidential discussion at sharnav@thetalentmill.com.au

The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.    

Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional.  Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace.  We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.   

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