Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced and motivated Retail Coordinator to lead a committed team of volunteers in a busy charity retail store, maximizing revenue for a meaningful cause.
Highlights:
1. Lead and motivate a diverse volunteer team in a purpose-driven environment
2. Combine retail flair with commercial awareness to increase revenue
3. Make a tangible difference through proven retail expertise
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Retail Coordinator to lead a committed team of volunteers in our busy retail store.
Nelson ReStore is a fundraiser charity store for Habitat For Humanity Nelson. Habitat Nelson builds, homes, community and hope in the Nelson Tasman region. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high stock turnover environment where every sale directly supports the vital work of our charity.
The role, based in Nelson is a permanent position working 34 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday inclusive. Daily hours are 8.30am to 5.30pm.
If you are passionate about retail, thrive under pressure, and are driven to maximise revenue for a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
Our shop serves a diverse customer base and processes a high volume of donated goods from our community. Reporting to the Retail Manager, the successful candidate will ensure stock is efficiently priced, merchandised and turned over quickly to achieve maximum financial return to the charity.
This role requires strong leadership to guide and support a team of valued volunteer workers, creating a positive, productive, and purpose-driven team culture.
Your ability to combine retail flair with commercial awareness will directly contribute to increasing revenue and strengthening our impact in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinating daily operations in a busy, high-turnover charity retail environment
Maximising sales and revenue to directly support the charity’s vision
Leading, mentoring, and motivating a diverse volunteer team
Maintaining visually appealing, well-presented displays that drive sales
Cultivating a loyal return customer base through outstanding service
Communicating clearly and professionally with volunteers, donors, and customers
Managing competing priorities with resilience and composure
Resolving issues calmly and effectively
Working in alignment with the Retail Manager, ensuring donated stock is retailed efficiently and priced strategically
About You
You are:
Experienced in retail supervision or coordination
Resilient and adaptable in a busy retail setting
A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Organised and able to multi-focus across multiple tasks
A calm and practical problem solver
Comfortable leading and supporting volunteers
Commercially minded and motivated to achieve strong financial results for our charity
This is an opportunity to use your proven retail expertise to make a tangible difference. Every improvement you implement contributes directly to supporting the important work of our charity.
If you are ready to bring leadership, energy, and retail excellence to a role that truly matters, please apply today with your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation.