Retail Store Manager | Peter Alexander | South Wharf DFO

Peter Alexander; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Staff discount

PJ wear at work

3-month training plan

EAP program

Leadership workshops

Brand conferences

Job summary

Peter Alexander is seeking a Store Manager for the South Wharf DFO location in Melbourne. You will lead a high-energy team to deliver exceptional customer experiences, drive sales, and maintain visual merchandising standards while managing stock and ensuring smooth trading during weekends and holidays.

You will oversee roster planning, training, and performance, with a focus on KPI achievement and a playful, brand-aligned store environment.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in apparel retail.
• Experience in managing high stock volume and reducing stock loss.
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets and manage KPIs with a smile.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team to exceed sales targets and KPIs while maintaining a joyful, customer-first atmosphere.
• Train, develop, and inspire your team to bring their best selves to work every day.
• Keep the store looking fabulous with fresh visual merchandising displays and regular promotions.
• Manage stock to minimise loss while maximising opportunities for sales.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment where customers and team members can feel right at home.
• Create rosters that suit store demand and ensure the team is well-supported during trading hours.

Skills

Leadership

Retail management

Stock control

Customer service

Job description

Retail Store Manager | Peter Alexander | South Wharf DFO

Job no: 826738

Work type: Full time

Location: Melbourne - Central

Categories: Retail - Management, Retail - Store

About the Role

Step through our pink doors into the whimsical world of Peter Alexander as Store Manager at our South Wharf DFO store! You’ll be a key player in driving sales, supporting your team’s growth, and making sure every customer feels like they’ve stepped into a dream. If you love fashion, leading with energy, and have a knack for making things happen, we want you to help us grow our vibrant brand.

This is a Full-time position, and requires availability for weekends, late-night trading hours, and public holidays.

A Day in the Life

• Lead your team to exceed sales targets and KPIs while maintaining a joyful, customer-first atmosphere.
• Train, develop, and inspire your team to bring their best selves to work every day.
• Keep the store looking fabulous with fresh visual merchandising displays and regular promotions.
• Manage stock to minimise loss while maximising opportunities for sales.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment where customers and team members can feel right at home.
• Create rosters that suit store demand and ensure the team is well-supported during trading hours.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous leadership experience in apparel retail.
• Experience in managing high stock volume and reducing stock loss.
• A love for delivering an unforgettable customer experience and creating a playful atmosphere.
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets and manage KPIs with a smile.
• Strong visual merchandising skills and attention to detail.
• An upbeat and enthusiastic attitude, ready to bring joy to your team and customers.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate with penalty rates for evenings, weekends, and public holiday shifts.
• Performance-based monthly and seasonal bonuses.
• 50% discount on Peter Alexander products.
• Wear your Peter Alexander PJs to work!
• Structured 3-month training plan with Buddy Manager support.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing and mental health support.
• Comprehensive training with leadership and recruitment workshops.
• Attend new season and brand conferences.

About Peter Alexander

Peter Alexander is all about fun, comfort, and creativity. Known for our luxurious sleepwear and loungewear, we bring a sense of joy to every customer we serve. Our brand has also expanding globally, as we continue to share our unique, high-quality products with the world. Peter is an ambassador aka “superhero” for the RSPCA, and he is constantly thinking of ways to raise money and awareness to help all creatures great and small.