ABOUT US

Established in 1968 Composite Retail Group has evolved from a small accounting service into New Zealand's premier member owned service for independent retailers with approximately 500 store-fronts and an annual turnover in excess of $80 million.

Independent retailers continue to incur market pressures from chains and department stores and seek new ways to improve margin and differentiation. Each Division operates as a separate business unit to provide services appropriate to the needs of its members.

The Group's Purpose is to provide its members, through sourcing and support, the opportunity to develop and promote their business to the best advantage.

Six directors are members who own and operate their own retail store thereby ensuring that policies and decisions affecting the group are made from a practical perspective by shareholders.

The current retail directors are:

Womenswear and Chairman
Gary Martin, Martins Fashions, Inglewood

Home Textiles
Bryn Melhop, Fabric Collections, Queenstown

Flooring
Kerry Smith, Richmond Flooring First, Nelson

Footwear
Craig Taylor, Taylors, Richmond

Menswear
Tony Jeffery, Jefferys Fashion for Men, Napier

Sports & Leisure
Chris Bungard,Sportsworld Matamata



Dedicated General Managers provide knowledge and expertise in their product category. They facilitate and co-ordinate marketing initiatives on behalf of their group such as exclusive ranges catalogues, POS material, deals and special terms, trade fairs and member meetings. Advertising agencies provide specialist services where required.


For further information about our Group please contact the General Manager appropriate to your industry.