Assistant Branch Manager | Repco Whakatane

## Assistant Branch Manager | Repco WhakataneApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000015382* Sunday - Thursday (41.5 hours per week)* Opportunity to step into leadership with our busy branch* Unbeatable staff discounts, amazing training program & development on offer**Repco** is a well-known and highly respected brand within the automotive industry. As we continue to grow, there is no better time to join us and take your career up a gear. We provide fantastic training and support to our staff, and you'll work with an experience and knowledgeable team.**About the role:** In this role you will report to the Branch Manager and be their eyes and ears on the shop floor. You will help to introduce new initiatives into the branch and be a key point of contact for both customers and team members. In addition to this, you will uphold customer service standards daily and assist them in finding the best product to meet their needs. Specific duties include:* Supporting the Branch Manager to drive sales and improve store performance* Motivating and organising staff daily to create a great team culture* Providing exceptional customer service and accurate advice to our customers* Processing retail and trade sales* Building strong relationships with key customers and team members alike* Maintaining a high standard of branch presentation* Ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures* Contribute to a **culture of safety** by putting **safety first**, ensuring that we all make it safe & make it home.Note, this role will require lifting, bending & climbing**Who we’re looking for:*** Previous experience in a supervision or leadership role* 2+ years’ experience working in retail or a related trade position* Knowledge or understanding of automotive products (or willingness to learn!)* Effective communication style at all levels* A friendly and positive attitude* Excellent attention to detail.**Why our team loves working for Repco:*** Recognition programs and team incentives for your performance* An inclusive team environment: our team are important members of GPC* Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential* Attractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businesses* We proactively support our working parents in a variety of meaningful ways, and our parental leave top-up allowance is one of the ways we do this* Paid volunteer leave allowing you to give back to your chosen charity/community organisation* The opportunity to join a progressive global company that continually strives to remain the number one in the automotive aftermarket**GPC Asia Pacific**Movement is in our DNA. We are **GPC Asia Pacific:** one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Our iconic brands include Repco, NAPA, McLeod Accessories and Motion Industries.Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward. With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company won’t leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.comSend your CV to our Careers Team by clicking APPLY! #J-18808-Ljbffr