Store Manager - Rouse Hill

Universal Store; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth and career pathway

Comprehensive leadership development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Universal Store in Sydney seeks a passionate Store Manager to lead daily operations, coach a large, diverse team, and deliver standout customer experiences in a fast-paced youth fashion environment. This role requires a front-facing leader who can drive sales, manage rosters and budgets, and maintain top-tier store presentation.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of retail leadership, adaptability in a changing market, and a commitment to Universal Store values and

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading medium to large store teams.
• Strong track record in achieving sales targets and driving profitability.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, proactive leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations with a strong and visible floor presence.
• Inspire, coach, and develop a large, diverse team to build future leaders.
• Deliver outstanding customer experiences in line with Universal Store service standards.
• Drive sales performance and store profitability through strong cost and productivity management.
• Manage rostering, budgets, and scheduling to achieve business and payroll targets.
• Maintain visual merchandising, presentation standards, and overall store efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and support team members through clear, honest, and constructive feedback.
• Uphold and role-model Universal Store's values, culture, and brand expectations.

Skills

Store management

Team leadership

Customer service

Retail operations

Job description

The Opportunity

Universal Store is seeking a passionate, creative, and driven retail leader to step into the StoreManager role. This opportunity suits someone who thrives on leading from the front, building strong store culture, and creating standout customer experiences. If you're passionate about youth fashion, developing high-performing teams, and delivering excellence in a fast-paced retail environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will work a Tuesday-Saturday roster, including late-night trade.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations with a strong and visible floor presence
• Inspire, coach, and develop a large, diverse team to build future leaders
• Deliver outstanding customer experiences in line with Universal Store service standards
• Drive sales performance and store profitability through strong cost and productivity management
• Manage rostering, budgets, and scheduling to achieve business and payroll targets
• Maintain visual merchandising, presentation standards, and overall store efficiency
• Recruit, train, and support team members through clear, honest, and constructive feedback
• Uphold and role-model Universal Store's values, culture, and brand expectations

Skills and Experience

• Strong retail background with hands-on experience across both shop floor and stockroom
• Proven experience as a Store Manager, leading medium to large teams
• A warm, energetic communicator who leads with positivity and purpose
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• High attention to detail with a strong understanding of retail profitability
• Proven success in achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Confident in delivering feedback and communicating effectively at all levels

What We Offer

• A business that genuinely invests in your growth and career pathway
• Comprehensive technical and leadership development
• A strong and supportive team culture
• Generous staff discounts and favourable rosters
• A workplace where your ideas, creativity, and input are valued

Our Values

• Care for Everyone
• Here to Help
• Make It Work
• Better Than Good
• Contribute

No agency enquiries. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.