Assistant Store Manager

Sportsgirl; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-day weekends on a rotating roster

Online and in-store training

Management Development Programs

Wellness Leave

50% team member discount

Monthly and seasonal bonuses

Discounted private health insurance

Job summary

A leading retail company in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to drive sales and provide exceptional customer experiences. You will support the Store Manager in team development and stock management. Ideal candidates will have a strong passion for retail, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The role offers a vibrant work environment with significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for retail and customer service.
• Experience in sales and team leadership.
• Ability to maintain merchandising standards.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in driving sales and targets.
• Mentor and develop store team.
• Oversee stock management and replenishment.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards.
• Build lasting customer relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Sales performance

Stock management

Visual merchandising

Job description

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About Sportsgirl

Sportsgirl is an iconic Australian youth destination, serving fashion and beauty with purpose since 1948. Sportsgirl is more than a brand; it’s a vibrant community where creativity and self-expression thrive in a judgement-free zone.

As part of The Sussan Group, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation. This certification independently verifies that the Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency. Our commitment to sustainability and social impact benefits everyone—from our team to our customers, and our suppliers.

About the Role

As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll work closely with the Store Manager to oversee all aspects of store operations, including driving sales, delivering outstanding customer experiences, and managing stock. This is a leadership role where you’ll help guide and develop the team while ensuring the store runs smoothly in the Store Manager’s absence.

If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love inspiring others, we want to hear from you!

As Assistant Store Manager, your role involves:

• Support the Store Manager in driving sales and achieving performance targets while enhancing the customer experience.
• Assist in leading, mentoring, and developing the store team, cultivating a positive and results-driven environment.
• Oversee stock management, ensuring effective stock replenishment, markdowns, and timely stocktakes.
• Maintain high visual merchandising standards to reflect brand direction.
• Ensure excellent service and build lasting customer relationships.

What’s it like to work at Sportsgirl?

As a business, we’re committed to creating meaningful change, in measurable and transparent ways. By listening to and representing our community, we believe in the power of positivity, hope and kindness to create positive change in the world. The Sportsgirl team is here to champion our vibrant community called Generation Sportsgirl, every step of the way.

• Join a Certified B Corporation and become a member of a dynamic and purpose- driven Company.
• Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
• Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with the National Youth Mental Health Foundation, headspace.
• Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity and growth

We also offer some amazing benefits, including:

• Work life balance with a 3-day weekend on a fortnightly rotating roster and no Sunday shifts.
• Our comprehensive online learning program followed by instore training with your Store Manager.
• Access to Management Development Programs for fantastic career pathways to the Sussan Group business.
• Wellness Leave – 2 additional paid days of leave per year to focus on your health and wellbeing.
• Generous 50% team member discount on Sportsgirl product.
• Opportunity to achieve monthly and seasonal bonuses.
• Discounted private health insurance through Medibank Private.

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, we would love to connect with you.

The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.

Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Customer Service
• Industries
• Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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