Established in New Zealand in 2017, Chemist Warehouse has rapidly grown to over 70 stores and continues to expand. We take great pride in being innovative, competitive, and responsive to the evolving needs of our marketplace. As a proudly New Zealand‑owned and operated business, we are committed to making healthcare more accessible to all. Our mission is simple but powerful - to break down all barriers to medication and healthcare access, so that our communities can live happier and healthier lives.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Area Manager (Christchurch) to lead and support our retail pharmacy operations across Chemist Warehouse South City and Chemist Warehouse Christchurch City Centre, with the opportunity that the stores would increase over time. This role is responsible for providing strong leadership across multiple stores, ensuring consistent performance, compliance with company standards, and the delivery of high‑quality retail outcomes.
The Area Manager plays a key role in supporting store managers, driving operational excellence, and acting as a trusted advisor to the business owner.
This role would be full time working up to 45 hours per week and offers an hourly rate of between $37.00NZD to $43.00NZD dependent on experience. Applicants should have at least 1 year in a retail management role and 1 year experience in New Zealand Pharmacy. A qualification in Management would be preferred but are not essential.
Job Responsibilities
* Assisting with customer service queries
* Coordinating staff recruitment
* Coordinating staff training and development activities
* Ensuring organisational policies and procedures are followed
* Maintaining workplace Occupational Health and Safety
* Resolving staffing issues and stock discrepancies
* Supporting and contributing a cooperative organisational culture
* Working and liasing with staff across certain stores
Skills
* Ability to manage underperforming staff and other staffing issues that may arise
* Dedicated work ethic
* Effective leadership and management skills
* Efficient problem solving skills
* Eye for detail and accuracy
* Proficiency in using computer systems
* Strong communication skills among all stakeholders
Why Join Us
At Chemist Warehouse, we’re proud of our culture and mission to make healthcare more accessible. Join our fast‑growing team and enjoy competitive pay, generous staff discounts, fun work events, and a supportive, customer‑focused environment. We offer ongoing training and plenty of opportunities for career growth. If you value innovation, dedication, and making a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you.
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The successful applicant will be required to meet a satisfactory National Criminal History Check outcome. Interested in joining our team? Take the next step in your career with us. Apply today and explore limitless opportunities!
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