Assistant Store Manager

Harris Scarfe; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share incentive

Team discounts across Spotlight Retail

Leadership training and development

Work-life balance with rotating roster

Employee Assistance Program

Values-driven team

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Job summary

Harris Scarfe in Warrnambool is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead the team, drive sales, and deliver a welcoming store environment. You will support the Store Manager, coach staff, and uphold high standards of service, safety, and presentation.

Join a values-driven retailer offering leadership training, profit-share incentives, and a healthy work-life balance in a busy regional store.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in leadership or supervisor roles with retail or hospitality.
• People-first mindset with strong coaching and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and a calm, solutions-focused approach.
• Confidence in visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Organised and efficient with strong admin and IT skills.
• Full availability including weekends and full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager across all areas of the business.
• Lead by example – setting high standards in service, safety, and presentation.
• Train, coach, and support your team to build skills and confidence.
• Oversee stock handling, merchandising, and compliance processes.
• Support a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Make every customer interaction count – every day.

Skills

Leadership experience

People-first mindset

Coaching skills

Communication

Visual merchandising

Administrative IT skills

Weekend availability

Australian work rights

Job description

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Assistant Store Manager - Warrnambool

Harris Scarfe is one of Australia’s most enduring retailers – trusted for generations to deliver value, quality, and genuine service. With 60+ stores across metro and regional Australia, we’re proud to employ 1,800+ passionate team members who bring our brand promise to life, every day.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + quarterly profit share incentive
• Team discounts across all Spotlight Retail Group brands
• Leadership training and development pathways
• Great work-life balance with a rotating roster
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 support for life, health, and finances
• Be part of a close-knit, values-driven team where your contribution matters
• Join a business that celebrates collaboration, growth, and inclusion

About the Role:As Assistant Store Manager, you’ll help lead the team and bring the Harris Scarfe experience to life – creating a warm, welcoming store environment and delivering on sales, service, and team culture.

• Support the Store Manager across all areas of the business
• Lead by example – setting high standards in service, safety, and presentation
• Train, coach, and support your team to build skills and confidence
• Oversee stock handling, merchandising, and compliance processes
• Support a collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Make every customer interaction count – every day

What You’ll Bring:You’re a hands-on leader with a passion for retail and a genuine love of people. With strong communication and great attention to detail, you know how to get the best from your team – and keep the customer at the heart of everything you do.

• Previous experience in leadership or supervisor roles with retail or hospitality.
• A people-first mindset with strong coaching and team-building skills
• Great communication and a calm, solutions-focused approach
• Confidence in visual merchandising and store presentation
• Organised and efficient, with strong admin and IT skills
• Full availability including weekends, and full working rights in Australia

Why Harris Scarfe?
At Harris Scarfe, we’re proud to play a small but meaningful role in the lives of our customers - helping them find great value, quality, and style every day.

When you join our team, you become part of Spotlight Retail Group – home to Harris Scarfe, Spotlight, and Anaconda.

Shape your career with a proud Australian retailer.

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Advertised: 24 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time