Part-time Sales Associate | Merchant 1948 Taupo

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.
Love helping people feel confident in their shoes?
We’re looking for a motivated and sales-driven part-time Sales Associate to join our team at Merchant 1948 Taupo store. You’ll be the face of the Merchant experience – helping customers find their perfect fit, sharing your product knowledge, and bringing positive energy to the shop floor.
Here’s what’s on offer:
Role: Sales Associate
Rostered Hours:
Saturday: 11am - 4pm
Minimum Hours: 4.5 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $24.00 + bonus potential!
What your day will look like:
Creating warm, memorable experiences for every customer
Reaching your sales goals and contributing to team targets
Maintaining a tidy, well-presented store
Supporting visual merchandising and product displays
Collaborating with your team to create a great vibe in-store
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
Have previous customer service experience (retail, hospitality or similar)
Love connecting with people and being part of a team
Are confident, positive, and solution-focused
Have a keen eye for detail and take pride in your work
Are aligned with our values and excited about our brand
What you’ll get from us:
A free pair of shoes every season
Quarterly bonus opportunities
Generous staff discounts
Referral bonuses when you bring great people into the team
A down-to-earth, supportive team culture
Access to EAP when life gets tough
A workplace where fun and growth go hand in hand
Sound like a great fit?
Apply now – we’d love to hear your story.

Employment type
Permanent Part Time

Work arrangement
No