Taf Store Manager

The Athlete'S Foot; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off across Accent Group brands – H

Exciting incentive program rewarding 1

Leadership events, brand activations,\

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Athlete’s Foot Cairns is seeking a dedicated Store Manager to lead a high-performing team on a fixed-term contract ending November 2027. You will drive sales, people development, and store operations in collaboration with the Area Manager, delivering outstanding customer experiences and fostering community connections.

This full‑time leadership role emphasizes rostering, wage control, visual merchandising, stock management, and OH&S compliance, with opportunities to shape a positive store

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager in fast-paced retail.
• Hands-on leadership style with a drive to lead from the front.
• Experience building high-performing teams and a culture of success.
• Strong rostering, wage control, visual merchandising, and stock management skills.
• Strategic thinker who identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to build relationships with support offices and local partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations including sales, KPIs, visual merchandising, stock management, and shrinkage
• Motivate and develop your team to achieve targets and deliver exceptional customer experiences
• Monitor sales performance and implement actions to meet daily, weekly, and monthly goals
• Manage wage budgets and rosters in line with company standards and GRIA guidelines
• Champion team development through training, coaching, and succession planning
• Create a strong store culture focused on results, learning, and wellbeing
• Build community engagement through sporting partnerships and healthcare relationships
• Ensure OH&S compliance in line with national and state requirements

Skills

Store management

Leadership

Team development

Retail operations

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder relationships

Job description

Job Description

The Athlete’s Foot Store Manager | Cairns Fixed Term Contract ending November 2027

About the Role

We’re looking for a full-time Store Manager to lead our high-performing team at The Athlete’s Foot Cairns! This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced retail leader who’s passionate about people, performance, and making a positive impact. Working closely with your Area Manager, you’ll be at the heart of driving strong operational performance, elevating customer service, and fostering community connections that extend beyond the store.

As Store Manager, you’ll

• Lead day-to-day store operations including sales, KPIs, visual merchandising, stock management, and shrinkage
• Motivate and develop your team to achieve business targets and deliver exceptional customer experiences
• Monitor sales performance and implement actions to meet daily, weekly, and monthly goals
• Manage wage budgets and rosters in line with company standards and GRIA guidelines
• Champion team development through training, coaching, and succession planning
• Create a strong, positive store culture focused on results, learning, and wellbeing
• Build community engagement through sporting partnerships and healthcare relationships
• Ensure OH&S compliance in line with national and state requirements

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Store Manager in a fast-paced retail environment
• A confident, hands-on ‘Make it Happen’ attitude and a passion for leading from the front
• Experience developing high-performing teams and inspiring a culture of success
• Strong operational know-how in rostering, wage control, visual merchandising, and stock
• Strategic thinking and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement
• Skilled in building effective relationships with support office teams and local partners

Benefits

• 40% off across Accent Group brands – including Hype DC, Skechers, HOKA, Merrell & more
• Exciting earning potential with a generous incentive program that rewards both your individual performance and your team’s success.
• Be part of exciting leadership events, brand activations, and product launches
• Join a business that genuinely invests in your training, development, and future growth

About Us

At The Athlete’s Foot, we’re passionate about helping people lead healthy, active lives. From their first pair of runners to their last, our team empowers customers through expert fitting, personalised service, and the right footwear for every journey. More than a store, we’re a community! Collaborating with health professionals, local schools, and sporting clubs to support wellbeing inside and outside our four walls. When you join us, you become part of a tight-knit family that cares, grows, and rewards.

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