Retail Manager - Full Time Role

Exciting opportunity to be part of the fitness industry
Make your mark with a leading brand
Opportunity for career progression and development
Close to public transport
Great company benefits: discounted running gear and event entry

About the business and the role

Sole Motive is an Australian family owned business, founded in 1980, whose mission is to inspire and empower people through running to reach their full potential. We're passionate about delighting our customers through engaging, fun and informative experiences and together with our community, we create an impact for 100’s of charities, through the millions of dollars we raise each year.

The opportunity

Sole Motive is on the hunt for an exceptional Retail Manager with a passion for people, customer service and delivering an exceptional experience.

About you

You’re passionate about contributing and growing the running culture in Melbourne, participating in weekly running and fitness activities in store and within the community
You’re an advocate for the Sole Motive brand and our values, inspiring more people to run and enjoy their fitness
You’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer experience and service
You enjoy learning as you will need to become a knowledge expert in the range we stock.
You bring a high level of energy and positivity into everything you do but especially to your work
You work closely with your leadership team, producing results which smash company goals
You’re business minded always thinking about the bigger picture and making smart decisions

About Role

As a leader on the shop floor across our two stores, you are responsible for the management and activities of all aspects of store operations. You have a lot of energy, ideas and enthusiasm for all things running, health and fitness, gear and tech. You are a leader, who loves to lead, influence, and inspire others; motivates, empowers, develops, and directs people as they work.

Key areas of focus are

Co-create the store vision aligning with Sole Motive strategy and values
Develop and implement comprehensive quarterly and annual planning for the store, including strategy, budget, team development and recruitment
Train and mentor staff to deliver exceptional customer standards and hit sales targets
Manage all retail staff including hiring and planning and preparing rosters
Responsible for overall store presentation including visual merchandising
Provide A+ service to our customers and community
Build strong relationships with supplier sales reps
Work with suppliers to ensure optimal stock levels taking into account customer preferences and sales data
1+ years experience in retail management

Your hours

The role is full time* (37.5 hours) and must be available for 1 weekend day with 75% of time spent on the shop floor. *Open to applications for PT minimum 30 hours per week.

**When applying, please outline your management experience**

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