Assistant Store Manager - West Lakes at Universal Store

Universal Store; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission potential up to 4k

Career development

Training and development

Staff discounts

Favorable rosters

Ideas valued

Job summary

Universal Store in West Lakes, SA, is seeking a driven Assistant Store Manager to join the team on a Sunday-Thursday roster. This full-time, on-site role works closely with the Store Manager and mirrors many responsibilities, offering a clear pathway to Store Manager.

You will lead store operations, coach staff, drive sales, execute VM and promotions, and help manage stock. The position promises career development, generous staff discounts, and a collaborative culture where your ideas are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in retail (Shift Supervisor / Assistant Store Manager).
• Strong sales focus with ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Warm, confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.
• Strong operational understanding - VM, stock, store standards.
• Flexible, hands-on, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to brand presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations and team performance.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences every day.
• Support and coach team to achieve sales targets.
• Execute VM and promotional directives.
• Assist with inventory management and stock insights.
• Lead by example and uphold Universal Store culture.

Skills

Leadership

Sales driven

Communication

Operational understanding

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - West Lakes at Universal Store in West Lakes, SA, AU.

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

The Opportunity Universal Store is looking for a driven and inspiring retail leader to step into a Full-Time Assistant Store Manager role.

This position works closely with the Store Manager and mirrors many Store Manager responsibilities, making it the perfect step if you’re looking to grow your retail leadership career.

The successful candidate will work a Sunday-Thursday roster.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations and team performance.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences every day.
• Support and coach team to achieve sales targets.
• Execute VM and promotional directives.
• Assist with inventory management and stock insights.
• Lead by example and uphold Universal Store culture.

Skills and Experience

• Previous leadership experience in retail (Shift Supervisor / Assistant Store Manager).
• Strong sales focus with ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Warm, confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.
• Strong operational understanding - VM, stock, store standards.
• Flexible, hands-on, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to brand presentation.

What We Offer

• Up to $4,000 earning potential in commission.
• Career development with clear paths to Store Manager.
• Technical and leadership training.
• Strong, supportive team culture.
• Generous staff discounts and favourable rosters.
• A workplace where your ideas are valued.

Our Values

• Care for Everyone
• Here to Help
• Make it Work Better than Good
• Contribute

A brief cover letter outlining your leadership experience.

No agency enquiries.

Due to high volume of applications expected, we may not be able to respond to unsuccessful candidates.