Store Manager - Mount Eliza

The Salvation Army; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Parental leave

Staff discount

No Sunday work

Fitness benefits

EAP program

Training & development

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Mount Eliza, VIC, invites applications for an experienced Store Manager to lead our Mount Eliza Salvos Store. This permanent, full-time role focuses on driving sales, leading a team of staff and volunteers, and delivering an exceptional in-store experience to support Australians in need.

Reporting to the Area Manager, the Store Manager will manage stock flow, pricing, and visual merchandising while keeping budgets on track and building community connections.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience (essential).
• Strong proven customer service, interpersonal and communication skills (essential).
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire and engage people.
• Ability to work to budgets and manage operational priorities.
• Experience using Workday HCM system (highly regarded).

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations and achieve sales and surplus targets.
• Manage stock flow, pricing and visual merchandising according to Salvos Stores' standards and values.
• Inspire, train and develop a passionate team of employees and volunteers.
• Keep budgets on track and manage rosters and wage costs to keep the store running efficiently.
• Build strong community connections with local groups and partners.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Leadership

Budgeting

Workday HCM

Job description

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Our Store Managers efficiently and effectively manage all aspects of one retail site to maximise sales and profitability.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Our Store Managers efficiently and effectively manage all aspects of one retail site to maximise sales and profitability.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Store Managerto lead our team Mount Eliza Salvos Stores. As Store Manager, you’ll drive sales, inspire your team, and deliver an exceptional in-store experience, all while helping us raise vital funds to support Australians in need.

Reporting to the Area Manager, this is a permanent, full-time role located in Mount Eliza, VIC.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Retail General Industry Award, Level 6.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead store operations and achieve sales and surplus targets.
• Manage stock flow, pricing and visual merchandising according to Salvos Stores' standards and values.
• Inspire, train and develop a passionate team of employees and volunteers.
• Keep budgets on track and manage rosters and wage costs to keep the store running efficiently.
• Build strong community connections with local groups and partners.

About You

• Retail management experience (essential).
• Strong proven customer service, interpersonal and communication skills (essential)
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire and engage people.
• Ability to work to budgets and manage operational priorities.
• Experience using Workday HCM system (highly regarded).
• Alignment with The Salvation Army Mission and Values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity.

The Benefits

We are more than retail. Every sale supports The Salvation Army's programs, helping thousands of Australians every year. As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for 'volunteering' in Salvos' initiatives.
• Staff Store Discount.
• No Sunday work - work-life balance!
• Access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.