Assistant Store Manager - Cairns

Skechers Australia/New Zealand; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discounts

Monthly bonuses

Leadership development

Work-life balance

Supportive culture

Job summary

Skechers Australia is seeking a motivated retail leader to support our Store Manager in delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and achieving KPI targets in a busy Cairns store.

You will mentor the team, assist with visual merchandising, stock control, rostering, and ensure a safe, compliant environment while upholding Accent Group values.

This full-time role offers growth opportunities, a supportive culture, and a 40% team discount on Accent Group brands.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior sales assistant or leadership support role.
• Ability to drive sales and meet performance targets.
• Familiarity with stock management, visual merchandising, and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in leading daily operations and achieving sales targets and KPIs.
• Inspire and guide the team to deliver exceptional customer service and performance.
• Assist with visual merchandising, stock management, and store presentation.
• Help manage wage costs and contribute to effective rostering.
• Mentor and coach team members to support growth and development.
• Maintain a safe and compliant store environment.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Stock management

Visual merchandising

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Welcome to Skechers Australia, where we're not just selling shoes; we're shaping lifestyles! Skechers is a global leader in the footwear industry, known for our innovative designs, superior comfort, and a commitment to providing the ultimate walking experience. As a brand that transcends boundaries and trends, Skechers has become synonymous with fashion-forward and comfortable footwear.

Why Work With Us?

• Grow Your Career: Access leadership training, development programs, and clear pathways to help you achieve your goals.
• Team Discounts: Enjoy a generous 40% off all Accent Group brands | Skechers, Platypus, Hype DC, HOKA, VANS and more.
• Work-Life Balance: Sunday to Thursday roster with two consecutive days off every week.
• Celebrate Success: Sales incentives - monthly bonuses, and recognition for outstanding performance.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a passionate, energetic team in a fun, fast-paced retail environment.

Your Role

• Support the Store Manager in leading daily operations and achieving sales targets and KPIs.
• Inspire and guide the team to deliver exceptional customer service and performance.
• Assist with visual merchandising, stock management, and store presentation.
• Help manage wage costs and contribute to effective rostering.
• Mentor and coach team members to support their growth and development.
• Help maintain a safe and compliant store environment.

You’re a motivated and emerging retail leader who thrives in a busy environment.

You’ll Bring

• Experience in a senior sales assistant, full-time, or leadership support role (e.g., Key Holder, Supervisor, 3IC, ASM).
• A proactive attitude and strong desire to grow your leadership skills.
• Passion for team development and delivering great customer experiences.
• Ability to drive sales and meet performance targets.
• Familiarity with stock management, visual merchandising, and retail operations.

At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.