Third in Charge | Merchant 1948 Newmarket

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.
Ready to step up and lead with confidence?
We’re looking for a motivated and capable Third in Charge to join our team at Merchant 1948 Newmarket store. You’ll support the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager in running the floor, coaching the team, and keeping things moving – especially when leadership isn’t on-site. It’s a great next step if you’re looking to grow your leadership skills while staying hands-on with the team and the customer experience.
Here’s what’s on offer:
Role: Third in Charge
Rostered Hours: Tuesday to Saturday
Tuesday: 11am - 7pm
Wednesday: 11am - 7pm
Thursday: 2pm - 9pm
Friday: 12:30pm - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Minimum Hours: 37 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $26.00 + bonus potential !
What your day will look like:
Supporting day-to-day operations and stepping in to lead shifts
Coaching and developing team members during your shifts
Driving sales and keeping your team energised and focused
Creating memorable customer experiences
Supporting a positive, inclusive store culture
Assisting with visual merchandising, stock, and store standards
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
Have retail experience and some leadership skills (or are ready to grow them!)
Are passionate about sales and great service
Lead by example and love working as part of a team
Are organised, calm under pressure, and solution-focused
Are aligned with our brand, values, and purpose
What you’ll get from us:
A free pair of shoes every season
Monthly bonus opportunities
Generous team discounts
Referral bonuses when you bring great people onboard
A supportive team and approachable leadership
Access to EAP for extra wellbeing support
A fun, down-to-earth place to grow your retail career
Sound like your next step?
Apply now – we’d love to hear your story.

Employment type
Permanent Full Time

Work arrangement
No