Assistant Store Manager - Chatswood

Amer Sports; North Shore; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discount on Salomon and affiliated brands

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Comprehensive training and professional development

Parental Leave Top Up Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading sports brand is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to help lead the team at a new store in Chatswood Chase, NSW. The ideal candidate will have retail management experience and a passion for outdoor sports. This role offers competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for professional development within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Store Manager or similar leadership role in retail.
• Strong track record of hitting sales targets and driving store performance.
• Stellar communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for outdoor sports and knowledge of Salomon products.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the team to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Oversee inventory and visual merchandising.
• Develop strategies to boost sales and customer loyalty.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff.
• Manage store operations and ensure smooth launch.
• Prepare regular performance reports.

Skills

Retail management experience

Sales target achievement

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven decision-making

Job description

Overview

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.

As we expand our retail network, we are opening our second NSW store at Chatswood Chase and we're on the hunt for a passionate and driven Assistant Store Manager to assist the Store Manager in leading a team and create a unique retail experience.

About the Opportunity: As an Assistant Store Manager, 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

• Motivate the team to smash sales targets and deliver amazing customer service
• Oversee everything from inventory to visual merchandising, making sure our store looks top-notch and runs smoothly
• Develop and implement strategies to boost foot traffic, sales, and customer loyalty
• Recruit, train, and develop your staff alongside your Store Manager, fostering a positive and high-energy environment
• Manage and help support the operations of running a new store, including various projects to ensure a seamless launch
• Keep an eye on the numbers, manage the budget, and prepare regular performance reports
• 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 on a Sun-Thurs roster

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 a great bonus scheme
• Parental Leave Top Up Program to support all future parents
• Access to an Employee Assistance 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!