General Manager Retail | Relocate to Darwin, Australia | Auckland_NewZealand
Lead multi-site retail ops across NT & QLD. Strategic role with real impact. Drive growth, lead teams & shape the future.
General Manager – Retail Location: Darwin, Northern Territory | Relocation Package Available
Looking for a fresh leadership challenge and a change of scenery? This senior commercial role is based in Darwin, NT, and offers the opportunity to make a real impact - not just on business performance, but in the communities you support.
About the Role: As General Manager - Retail, you’ll report directly to the CEO and lead a high-performing team across multi-site retail operations, merchandising, nutrition, business support, and more. You’ll drive long-term strategy, uplift performance, and lead with purpose, delivering sustainable growth and exceptional customer experiences. This is a rare opportunity to combine senior commercial leadership with meaningful community impact, in an organisation grounded in strong values, cultural respect, and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute strategic plans that grow market share and improve customer outcomes
- Lead multi-site retail operations across NT and QLD
- Drive operational efficiency and excellence in service delivery
- Lead, mentor and develop a large and diverse team of senior leaders
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and full P&L performance
- Leverage data and insights to support informed decision-making
- Foster a customer-focused, values-driven culture
About You:
We’re looking for a commercially focused, people-first leader who can think strategically while delivering on the ground. You’ll bring:
- Proven multi-site leadership experience in large-format retail, with supermarket operations essential.
- Expertise in operations, merchandising, inventory, and team development
- Proven success in leading transformation and delivering financial results
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- High-level critical thinking, adaptability, and resilience in a changing environment
What You’ll Gain: - A strategic, visible leadership role with broad scope and impact
- Competitive market salary + NFP tax concessions + relocation support
- Exceptional company benefits and a supportive executive team
- The opportunity to shape long-term direction in a values-led business
- Unique exposure to regional and remote retail operations
Other Requirements: - This role is based in Darwin, NT – a relocation package is available
- Regular travel to regional and remote communities is required (via road and light aircraft)
Apply Now: This is a unique leadership opportunity where you can bring your experience to a role with real purpose. Apply now or contact Dana at dana@rwr.co.nz for any confidential questions.
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