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Top 30 retail chains in Auckland

Tamtam tracks 50 retail chains headquartered in Auckland. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Fletcher Building, Bank of New Zealand and The Warehouse Group. Their median headcount is 695. Half of them were founded in 1985 or later.

馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland30 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

These companies are large retail chains and service providers based in Auckland, New Zealand. They include major players in banking, real estate, and hospitality, alongside prominent retailers. For instance, Fletcher Building manufactures and distributes building products, while the Bank of New Zealand is a financial institution. The Warehouse Group is a leading retail group, and SkyCity Entertainment Group operates casinos and hotels.

A notable pattern is the strong presence of companies in the wholesale building materials sector, such as Fletcher Building, PlaceMakers, and CARTERS. This indicates a significant local industry supporting construction and development. Additionally, several companies, including Bank of New Zealand and Barfoot & Thompson, have long histories, with founding dates stretching back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Fletcher Buildingfletcherbuilding.com

Manufacture and distribute building products, develop housing, and deliver commercial, infrastructure, and roading projects across New Zealand and Australia.

Wholesale Building Materials 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 7,075 n/a
2
Bank of New Zealandbnz.co.nz

A leading financial institution in New Zealand with a 160-year history of helping customers achieve their financial goals and create a better future

Banking 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 5,522 1861
3
The Warehouse Grouptwgcareers.co.nz

A leading retail group in New Zealand with three core brands, over 180 stores, online presence, and focus on sustainability and community initiatives

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 5,359 n/a
4
Countdown Supermarketswoolworths.co.nz

New Zealand's largest supermarket chain with over 190 stores, serving 3 million customers weekly Committed to providing choice, value, and convenience to customers

Retail Groceries 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 4,358 n/a
5
Barfoot & Thompsonbarfoot.co.nz

Leading New Zealand real estate salespeople in Auckland and Northland, offering residential, rural, commercial property sales, and property management services

Real Estate 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 2,983 1923
6
SkyCity Entertainment Groupskycityentertainmentgroup.com

A leading gaming, entertainment and hospitality business with five casinos, luxury hotels, restaurants, bars, convention centers, and ongoing expansion projects in New Zealand and Australia

Hospitality 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 2,525 n/a
7
Foodstuffs North Island Limitedfoodstuffs.co.nz

A cooperative serving over 14 million customers weekly through various stores, offering career opportunities and recognized for being a top employer

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 2,227 1922
8
Hato Hone St Johnstjohn.org.nz

A charity organization in New Zealand offering essential health services, Ambulance Services, first aid training, event medical services, and community programs

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 1,860 1885
9
One New Zealandone.nz

An organization representing New Zealand on LinkedIn

Telecommunications 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 1,820 2023
10
2degrees2degrees.nz

Full service telecommunications provider offering mobile network coverage and internet services across New Zealand with strong customer focus.

Telecommunications 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 1,707 n/a
11
Farmers Trading Company Ltdcareers.farmers.co.nz

Retailer offering contemporary home and fashion products across 59 stores nationwide, focusing on updated, on-trend merchandise for Kiwis.

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 1,381 1909
12
PlaceMakersplacemakers.co.nz

New Zealand's largest supplier of building materials and hardware, with 61 stores nationwide and over 74,000 product lines available

Wholesale Building Materials 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 1,367 n/a
13
AA New Zealandaa.co.nz

Providing roadside assistance, diverse automotive services, and evolving business opportunities to over 1.8 million members in New Zealand.

Consumer Services 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 905 1903
14
CARTERScarters.co.nz

A company with 150 years of building history in New Zealand, focused on partnership, growth, and creating opportunities for employees

Wholesale Building Materials 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 840 n/a
15
Woolworths NZwoolworthsnz.co.nz

Leading New Zealand supermarket brand with over 180 stores, committed to providing choice, value, and convenience through retail innovation and various supporting divisions

Supermarkets 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 695 n/a

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16
PB Techpbtech.co.nz

A New Zealand-owned retailer specializing in computing and IT products with multiple superstores, service centers, and dedicated divisions nationwide

Technology, Information and Internet 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 641 1993
17
HRVhrv.co.nz

The company specializes in providing ventilation, heating, cooling, water filtration, window solutions, and solar technology to create healthy environments in New Zealand homes

HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 608 2003
18
Steel & Tube Holdings Ltdsteelandtube.co.nz

Leading provider of steel solutions with over 60 years of history, offering a comprehensive range of steel products, services, and solutions nationwide

Wholesale Building Materials 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 598 1953
19
Star Groupstargroup.nz

A hospitality network in New Zealand connecting communities through diverse eateries, pubs, and venues, with a focus on exceptional experiences and world-class loyalty

Hospitality 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 589 2008
20
Briscoe Groupbriscoegroup.co.nz

A leading retailer in New Zealand with stores in homeware and sporting goods sectors, focusing on community engagement and employee development

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 561 n/a
21
Les Mills New Zealandlesmills.co.nz

Les Mills helps New Zealanders embrace fitness, offering top-notch facilities, classes, and personal training to make a positive impact on people's lives

Wellness and Fitness Services 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 561 1968
22
NumberWorks'nWordsnumberworksnwords.com

This organization offers after-school math and English tutoring classes for students aged 5 to 15, focusing on individual needs and progress monitoring

Education Administration Programs 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 551 1985
23
Green Cross Healthgreencrosshealth.co.nz

A leading provider of primary health care services in New Zealand, offering pharmacy, medical, occupational health, and community care divisions nationwide

Wellness and Fitness Services 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 476 n/a
24
Four Squarefoursquare.co.nz

A nationwide grocery store chain offering locally sourced products, fresh produce, meat, beer, wine, and friendly service to all customers

Food and Beverage Services 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 450 1924
25
Superettesuperette.co.nz

An Australian brand offering curated fashion and lifestyle products in five retail stores and online, founded from a passion for creativity and global inspiration

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 448 2002
26
Tourism Holdings Limitedthlonline.com

Global family of RV brands offering design, rental, sales, manufacturing services worldwide Connected to tourism industry, creating enriching travel experiences for customers

Travel Arrangements 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 440 1986
27
BurgerFuel Groupburgerfuel.com

Operates three brands specializing in gourmet burgers, quick grab-and-go meals, and chicken dinners, with a focus on high-quality, fresh ingredients and unique dining experiences

Food and Beverage Services 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 427 2018
28
Warehouse Stationerytwgcareers.co.nz

A nationwide retailer offering a wide range of products and services focused on work, study, creativity, and connectivity for customers

Retail 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 418 1991
29
Lumino The Dentistslumino.co.nz

New Zealand's leading dental provider with over 100 nationwide practices, offering general and specialist care while prioritizing clinician training and patient satisfaction

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 415 2002
30
Hynds Pipe Systems Limitedhynds.co.nz

Leader in manufacturing and supplying drainage, watermain, environmental, and rural products for New Zealand's civil construction industry, providing tailored solutions

Construction 馃嚦馃嚳 Auckland 406 1973

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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