Current Opportunities
Do you want to work with us? Deadly Ponies is always searching for fresh talent and those who are passionate about what we do with an overall willingness to contribute to the Deadly Ponies brand.
Please see below for current job opportunities.
Regional Retail Manager New Zealand - HQ, Auckland
We’re looking for a proven retail leader for our role of Regional Manager | New Zealand, to join our close-knit, fun, and high-performing retail team. Putting the Deadly Ponies customer at the forefront, you’ll lead the New Zealand retail network to achieve ambitious sales growth, carrying out the vision of our Founders and Directors. This role will focus on ensuring that our brand is represented to the highest standard - by training our team, driving sales, and elevating the customer experience through outstanding service.
ABOUT DEADLY PONIES
Founded in 2005, Deadly Ponies is a New Zealand-based, internationally renowned, leather accessories brand that challenges traditional notions of design. We have flagship boutiques in Melbourne, Auckland, and Wellington, and stockists globally, supported by our team in our Auckland office.
We are a tight group (more like your second family) that places importance on our core values of integrity, family, and creativity with a goal of creating innovative and unique experiences for our customers. We’re offering you the opportunity to be a part of an empowering retail team culture with a rewarding retail management bonus structure, fantastic staff incentives, and product benefits.
THE ROLE
Our retail team is responsible for ensuring our customers receive the ultimate customer experience; we are attentive, agile, and supportive.
As our Regional Manager for New Zealand, you’ll report to the Head of Commercial Sales in NZ and play a vital role in contributing to the efficiency of the retail team in New Zealand, working collaboratively with our AU network to develop best-practice service, crafting and refining our approach to sales.
You’ll be responsible for the effective management and day-to-day operations of all aspects of the Deadly Ponies Stores in Ponsonby, Newmarket, Wellington, and Britomart. We are also working through the lease of a new location out of Auckland set to open this time next year.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver monthly and annual retail targets, ensuring each store is set up to succeed and to consistently achieve positive results.
Ensure all retail reporting is completed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis and any callouts are addressed and relevant information is provided to the Head of Commercial Sales.
Ensure all online channels are being supported through timely and accurate fulfillment from our online hub and serviced with a holistic approach across the store and digital networks.
Work closely with our Regional Retail Manager | AU, as well as NZ-based peers within E-Commerce/Digital, Merchandise Planning, Marketing, Design, and Supply Chain to build the best possible outcomes for our New Zealand operation.
Lead the retail team to ensure each team member feels supported to achieve in their roles.
Manage all HR inquiries for the NZ retail team, along with processing retail timesheets weekly.
Manage all hiring and rostering ensuring adequate cover is provided in each store/space.
Train and support the team to provide the most professional in-store experiences balanced with conversion tactics aligned to selling premium product.
Lead the clienteling process across the store network ensuring VIP customers are recognised and maintained to the highest standard.
Take ownership of all seasonal and launch operations for retail aligned to the annual retail calendar.
Ensure all store aesthetics and environments are consistently maintained.
Drive regular stock takes across both stores and influence cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy.
You will bring to this role:
1-2 years of retail regional management experience for a premium fashion brand
People management skills and experience leading teams
Sales and clienteling skills in a luxury or premium retail environment
Microsoft Office suite skills
Please apply via Seek with your CV and cover letter.
Finance Manager - HQ, Auckland
Deadly Ponies is searching for a Finance Manager to lead a newly established in-house Finance department. You will be responsible for management and reporting on key finance functions of Deadly Ponies and related entities. This is a demanding role with autonomy and opportunity for growth and would suit an experienced finance practitioner who is excited and driven to work at the heart of one of Australasia’s most admired fashion brands.
You will join a business experienced in financial management, and will be well supported as we transition to a new operating model. The role is based at our Central Auckland Support Office. Deadly Ponies is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role.
ABOUT DEADLY PONIES
Founded in 2005, Deadly Ponies is a New Zealand based, internationally renowned, leather accessories brand that challenges traditional notions of design. We have flagship boutiques in Auckland, Wellington and Melbourne, as well as stockists globally, supported by our team at support office in Auckland.
We are a tight-knit group that place importance on our core values of integrity, family and creativity with a goal to create innovative and unique experiences for our customers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the long term financial viability of the business by Setting the operating expenses for all budgets and forecasts.
- Creating and updating three year Business and Strategic Plans in conjunction with the CEO.
- Conduct all financial reporting for the business including monthly financial reports including Profit and Loss, Profit and Loss Budget vs Actual, Balance Sheet, cash flow KPIs.
- Provide individual and group reports, commentary, and analysis of company performance to CEO.
- Manage cash flow to ensure the company can pay creditors in a timely manner.
- Manage the invoice finance facility including uploading invoices, bank reconciliations, bank audits. Supervise and manage day-to-day financial functions including accounts payable, accounts r- receivable, bank reconciliations, tax filing, control of inventory and maintaining an accurate general ledger of accounts.
- Manage the month-end process including ensuring accurate and timely completion of the General Ledger close, Balance Sheet reconciliations and production of the P&L reports and variance analysis for 3 business entities.
- Allow for capital expenditure and manage the property functions of the business.
- Review and revise HR policies, systems and procedures as recommended by the Leadership Team to ensure that they are adding value to and facilitating the business and operational requirements of Deadly Ponies and comply with legal and contractual obligations.
- Develop and implement an HR strategy for the organisation to support and drive business objectives
You will bring to this role:
- At least five years’ experience in a similar role.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organisation skills.
- Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
- Significant experience in or knowledge of accounting, including sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting
- Experience with Xero, Unleashed and Shopifyplus would be beneficial but not critical
If this sounds like you, please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Retail Assistant - Auckland
We are looking for a Retail Assistant to join our high-performing retail team across our Ponsonby, Newmarket and Britomart stores.
ABOUT DEADLY PONIES
Founded in 2005, Deadly Ponies is a New Zealand based, internationally renowned, leather accessories brand that challenges traditional notions of design. We have flagship boutiques in Auckland, Wellington and Melbourne, and stockists in New Zealand and Australia, supported by our team at HQ in Auckland.
We are a tight-knit group that place importance on our core values of integrity, family and creativity with a goal to create innovative and unique experiences for our customers.
THE ROLE
The role of the Retail Assistant is to support the Retail Store Manager in the successful running of the Deadly Ponies' retail store.
Working within the store you will contribute to all daily operations including stock co-ordination, daily reporting tasks, store aesthetics and visual merchandising with a focus on customer consulting and clienteling to reach sales targets and increased brand awareness.
You will bring to this role;
1-2 years in premium/luxury retail environment
Professional and personable
Proven sales and clientelling skills
Ability to provide the best possible experience for our customers
Experience working sole charge
Deadly Ponies offer the opportunity to be a part of an empowering retail team culture with superb staff incentives and product benefits.
Please email your CV and cover letter outlining your weekly availability (by day and/or half day if relevant) to [email protected]
Part-Time Retail Assistant - Armadale, Melbourne.
We are looking for a Part-Time Retail Assistant to join our high-performing retail team in Armadale.
ABOUT DEADLY PONIES
Founded in 2005, Deadly Ponies is a New Zealand based, internationally renowned, leather accessories brand that challenges traditional notions of design. We have flagship boutiques in Auckland, Wellington and Melbourne, and stockists in New Zealand and Australia, supported by our team at HQ in Auckland.
We are a tight-knit group that place importance on our core values of integrity, family and creativity with a goal to create innovative and unique experiences for our customers.
THE ROLE
The role of the Retail Assistant is to support the Retail Store Manager in the successful running of the Deadly Ponies' retail store.
Working within the store you will contribute to all daily operations including stock co-ordination, daily reporting tasks, store aesthetics and visual merchandising with a focus on customer consulting and clienteling to reach sales targets and increased brand awareness.
You will bring to this role;
1-2 years in premium/luxury retail environment
Professional and personable
Proven sales and clientelling skills
Ability to provide the best possible experience for our customers
Experience working sole charge
Deadly Ponies offer the opportunity to be a part of an empowering retail team culture with superb staff incentives and product benefits.
Please email your CV and cover letter outlining your weekly availability (by day and/or half day if relevant) to [email protected]
Part-Time Retail Assistant - Melbourne CBD (Myer).
We are looking for a Part-Time Retail Assistant to join our high-performing retail team in our Melbourne CBD space.
ABOUT DEADLY PONIES
Founded in 2005, Deadly Ponies is a New Zealand based, internationally renowned, leather accessories brand that challenges traditional notions of design. We have flagship boutiques in Auckland, Wellington and Melbourne, and stockists in New Zealand and Australia, supported by our team at HQ in Auckland.
We are a tight-knit group that place importance on our core values of integrity, family and creativity with a goal to create innovative and unique experiences for our customers.
THE ROLE
The role of the Retail Assistant is to support the Retail Store Manager in the successful running of the Deadly Ponies' retail store.
Working within the store you will contribute to all daily operations including stock co-ordination, daily reporting tasks, store aesthetics and visual merchandising with a focus on customer consulting and clienteling to reach sales targets and increased brand awareness.
You will bring to this role;
1-2 years in premium/luxury retail environment
Professional and personable
Proven sales and clientelling skills
Ability to provide the best possible experience for our customers
Experience working sole charge
Deadly Ponies offer the opportunity to be a part of an empowering retail team culture with superb staff incentives and product benefits.
Please email your CV and cover letter outlining your weekly availability (by day and/or half day if relevant) to [email protected]
Expressions of Interest - Retail Careers
Auckland/Wellington/Melbourne
Are you interested in a retail career within a creative, innovative and transparent New Zealand brand?
Deadly Ponies are accepting expressions of interest from all levels of retail candidates who are looking for a career within retail, either for roles currently available or for future roles, with genuine opportunities for progression.
We offer the opportunity to be a part of an empowering retail team culture, working within beautiful store environments with sales driven incentives, an achievable bonus structure and staff product purchasing benefits.
If you have a passion for the Deadly Ponies brand and would enjoy providing our customers premium clientelling experiences, we would love to hear from you.
Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]