Launch Store Ops Leader — Belconnen

Mecca Brands; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MECCAversity training

Performance bonus

Employee discount

Product allowance

Parental support

Job summary

MECCA Belconnen is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join the leadership team and help bring our brand-new store to life in ACT on a full-time basis as we approach its launch at the end of 2026. You will establish strong operational routines, stock processes and visual standards, while developing your team and partnering with the Store Leadership Team to deliver MECCA magic on the shop floor.

This role focuses on process excellence, stock accuracy, KPI delivery and compliance, with

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading a team in a fast-paced retail environment with high stock volumes.
• Strong operational and organisational skills with ability to establish processes.
• Coaching and mentoring experience to build capability in your team.
• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task and prioritise demands.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of how operations impact results.
• Make-it-happen mindset and ability to implement new processes.
• Genuine care for people and commitment to an outstanding team experience.
• Passion for beauty and for building a new MECCA store

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations function of the brand-new MECCA Belconnen store from day one.
• Develop and coach the Operations team through regular feedback.
• Own stock management: receiving, processing and maintaining stock.
• Manage and audit stocktakes with strong inventory accuracy.
• Execute monthly visual merchandising and promotional setups.
• Partner with Store Manager to identify operational improvements.
• Ensure processes support an exceptional customer experience.
• Engage and motivate the team to meet KPIs and MECCA values.
• Maintain high operational discipline and store compliance.

Skills

Operations leadership

Stock management

Visual merchandising

Team coaching

Process improvement

Customer focus

Attention to detail

People development

Job description

MECCA Belconnen is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join the leadership team and help bring our brand-new store to life in ACT on a full-time basis as we approach its launch at the end of 2026. You will establish strong operational routines, stock processes and visual standards, while developing your team and partnering with the Store Leadership Team to deliver MECCA magic on the shop floor.

This role focuses on process excellence, stock accuracy, KPI delivery and compliance, with