Mitre 10 Rutherfod (Maitland)
is a proudly family-owned business with strong community roots and a
trade-focused operation
supporting local builders, contractors and volume customers. This is not a typical retail store - it's a
hands-on, fast-moving trade environment
where operational excellence and strong team leadership are key.
We're seeking a
practical, floor-based Store Manager
who enjoys being involved in the day-to-day running of the business, understands trade customers and products, and can motivate a team to deliver consistently for high-volume trade accounts.
If you thrive in a
busy, operational role
, enjoy coordinating people, product and logistics, and like leading from the front - we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
Leading, coaching and motivating a multi-skilled team in a
trade-driven store environment
Being
hands-on on the floor
, supporting staff and customers throughout the day
Overseeing daily store operations including
stock flow, merchandising and trade order fulfilment
Coordinating and managing
deliveries, logistics and supplier interactions
Ensuring robust product knowledge across the team to support trade and builder customers
Driving operational efficiency, safety standards and sales performance
Building and maintaining strong relationships with
builders, contractors and volume trade customers
Working closely with ownership and leadership to deliver business and operational goals
What we're looking for
A
hands-on, operational leader
who leads by example
Strong understanding of
trade customers, products and supply flow
Experience coordinating
deliveries, stock movement and daily logistics




Proven ability to motivate, develop and hold teams accountable
Background in hardware, trade, construction supply or big-box retail (highly desirable)
Organised, practical and solution-focused with a strong work ethic
Someone who enjoys being part of a
tight-knit, hard-working team
Why join Metcash at Mitre 10 Rutherford
We're proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
?️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
? Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
? Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
? Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA *********)
? Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
? Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited
Mitre10 (owned by Metcash) is a prominent player in the hardware, timber, building supplies and truss manufacturing industries. For over 40 years our team have been on a mission to build a sustainable business that is recognised by its customers for its value-adding, innovative products and outstanding customer service. We achieve our mission by focusing on three key essential factors:
The Health, Safety and Wellbeing of our customers, visitors, suppliers and employees
Providing quality products and innovative solutions for our customers every time
Developing an industry-trained and experienced workforce that will go the extra mile for our customers
We respectfully ask that agencies refrain from contacting us about this opportunity.
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📌 Store Manager - Rutherford (South Australia)
🏢 Metcash
📍 South Australia