AddressCome and work for Vinnies, we have been serving the local community since 1924. Operating 28 Retail Stores across the region, this is your opportunity to utilise your proven retail expertise and contribute directly to the community, where your work will make a real difference to the lives of people experiencing disadvantage.
Our Offer
At Vinnies, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive range of benefits to enhance the work-life balance and overall well-being of our team. Here are some of the exceptional benefits we offer:
- Increase your take home pay. Salary packaging option up to $15,900 per FBT year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per FBT year
- Additional leave provisions
- Ongoing professional development
- Health and Wellbeing with access to employer assistance program
Our commitment to your well-being extends beyond these benefits. We constantly strive to enhance the employee experience by introducing new initiatives, fostering a positive work environment, and offering opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join us at Vinnies and enjoy a fulfilling career with an organisation that cares about its employees' welfare.
The Position
We are currently seeking a retail superstar to lead and manage a team of employees and dedicated volunteers at one of our stores. You will be responsible for the overall quality management and operation and ensure our customers and supporters receive an exceptional and unique retail experience whilst managing the logistical operations in relation to the volume of donations.
About You
The successful candidate will have proven experience working in a customer service focused environment, not necessarily specific to retail, covering all operational aspects, including financial management, team leadership, and service quality. They should demonstrate an ability to motivate and manage teams effectively, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals. Additionally, candidates should have a track record of strategic planning and driving operational growth, with a focus on innovation and excellence. Strong independent problem-solving skills and analytical abilities are essential.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and stakeholder management, are also essential requirements. Proficiency in technology (Microsoft suite), along with demonstrated experience in the operational use of financial and human resource management systems is also required.
This is a full-time position. The successful applicant will be required to work weekdays and Saturdays and must hold a valid driver’s license. Retail Managers may be required to transfer between shops within the region.
Employment in this position is subject to holding/gaining and maintaining a valid Working With Vulnerable People card (WWVP) if working in the ACT or Working With Children Check (WWCC) if working in NSW.
More information
To understand this role in more detail, please contact Rebecca Tarnowski - Area Manager, during office hours on 0490 838 *** or email ***************@vinnies.org.au
For general recruitment information, please email our recruitment team at **********@vinnies.org.au
To apply, please submit your covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume.
The position description can be downloaded by copying and pasting the following link into your browser
https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ni/OS249-retail-managers-multiple-positions
* Please note that interviews for suitable candidates may begin prior to the closing date*
Applications Close: 11.30pm, Sunday 2 June 2024
St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
