Internal Sales / Admin
Metcash
Job Description
We’re Looking for Our Next Trade Leader (Assistant Store Manager)
Are you a hands‑on leader who understands the rhythm of a busy trade environment? Can you drive performance, build capability in your team, and keep operations running like a well‑built frame? Do KPIs, stock turns and P&Ls feel like tools you know how to use — not reports to shy away from?
If you’re commercially sharp, operationally strong and confident leading from the front, we’d love to talk.
About The Store
Mitre 10 Wagga Wagga is a proudly family‑owned business with deep community ties and a strong trade focus. We support local builders, contractors and high‑volume customers in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment where operational excellence truly matters.
Responsibilities
- Leading, motivating and developing a high‑performing team
- Driving a positive, accountable team culture
- Delivering structured training and ongoing development across departments
- Managing inventory levels, stock accuracy and product flow
- Overseeing wages, rosters and performance outcomes
- Using systems and data to analyse results and implement improvements
- Identifying efficiencies and managing costs
- Ensuring store standards, safety and asset protection remain a priority
- Supporting strong relationships with builders, contractors and trade customers
- Maintaining a well‑ranged, well‑stocked and well‑presented store
Qualifications
- Proven leadership experience within a fast‑paced environment
- Strong background in hardware, timber, transport/logistics or warehouse operations (highly regarded)
- Solid experience in training and developing team members
- Demonstrated capability in inventory management and stock control
- High level of tech confidence — comfortable with systems, reporting and data analysis
- Clear communication skills and a calm, solutions‑focused approach
- A hands‑on leadership style with strong accountability
- Forklift licence (advantageous)
You’ll Thrive Here If You
- Put customers at the centre of every decision
- Enjoy improving processes and driving operational efficiency
- Value teamwork, collaboration and high standards
- Care about safety, structure and building long‑term capability in people
About Us
Mitre 10 (owned by Metcash) is a leading name in hardware, timber and building supplies. For over 40 years, our team has been committed to building a sustainable, forward‑thinking business recognised for innovative solutions, quality products and outstanding customer service.
We Achieve This By Focusing On What Matters Most
- The health, safety and wellbeing of our customers and team
- Providing quality products and value‑adding solutions
- Developing an experienced, industry‑trained workforce that goes the extra mile