Assistant Store Manager - Chadstone

Amer Sports Corporation; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gear provided

Team discount

Salary and bonus

Parental leave top up

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Global career paths

Job summary

Salomon Chadstone in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to be the right-hand to the Store Manager, delivering an outstanding in-store experience and leading by example. You'll motivate the team, oversee inventory and visual merchandising, drive foot traffic and sales, recruit and develop staff, and manage store operations and brand standards to keep the Salomon spirit alive.

This role requires a proven retail leadership track record, excellent communication, and a passion for

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Store Manager or similar in retail.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, hands-on with multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
• Passion for outdoor sports and Salomon brand.
• Data-driven decision making.
• Flexible hours including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the store team to achieve sales targets and deliver great service.
• Oversee inventory, visual merchandising and store appearance.
• Develop strategies to boost foot traffic, sales and loyalty.
• Recruit, train and develop staff with the Store Manager.
• Support store operations and launch activities for new stores.
• Monitor budgets and prepare regular performance reports.
• Ensure policy and safety compliance while embodying the brand.

Skills

Retail leadership

Sales targets

Communication

Multi-tasking

Outdoor sports

Data-driven decisions

Flexibility

Job description

About Us:

Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. At Salomon, we're all about pushing boundaries and living life to the fullest. As a leading outdoor sports brand, we design performance-driven gear that empowers adventurers around the world.

About The Opportunity:

We are searching for an Assistant Store Manager for our Chadstone store. You'll be the right-hand person to our Store Manager, aiding to create an amazing in-store experience for our customers. You'll lead by example, inspire your team, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations while keeping the spirit of Salomon alive!

What You'll Do:

• Lead and Inspire: Motivate the team to smash sales targets and deliver amazing customer service.
• Own the Floor: Oversee everything from inventory to visual merchandising, making sure our store looks top-notch and runs smoothly.
• Drive Success: Develop and implement strategies to boost foot traffic, sales, and customer loyalty.
• Dream Team: Recruit, train, and develop your staff alongside your Store Manager, fostering a positive and high-energy environment.
• Run the Show: Manage and help support the operations of running a new store, including various projects to ensure a seamless launch.
• Analyse and Optimize: Keep an eye on the numbers, manage the budget, and prepare regular performance reports.
• Stay True to the Brand: Ensure compliance with company policies and health & safety standards, while embodying the Salomon spirit in everything you do.

About You:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Store Manager or similar leadership role in retail.
• A strong track record of hitting sales targets and driving store performance.
• Stellar communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with customers and team members.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Passion for outdoor sports and a deep understanding of the Salomon brand and products.
• Data-driven decision-making skills with the ability to turn insights into action.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and public holidays. This roster will be Sun-Thurs.

What We Offer:

• Kick start with Salomon gear provided.
• A generous team discount, not only with Salomon, but other affiliated brands with Amer Sports.
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Parental Leave Top Up Program to support all future parents.
• Access to an Employee Assistant Program to support your health & wellbeing.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Be part of a global business with great career pathways and opportunities across multiple brands.

Equal Opportunity:

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!