Store Manager - Bendigo

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Painthas grown to become Australia’s largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Motivation, Respect plus Listening and Learning are reflected in everything we do.

We are looking for a Store Managerto join the Store network leading the team in our Bendigo Store. As a Store Manager you will be responsible for driving the success of the store through profitability, strong service, and merchandising, while focusing on safe work practices, coaching and store culture.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement measures to achieve budgeted store sales and profit contribution
• Manage store budget incl. variable expenses such as labour, sales vs. budget, inventory, and profit margins
• Build strong relationships with new and existing trade and retail customers for sales growth and service.
• Maintain high store standards including stock replenishment, visual displays, campaigns/promotions and merchandising
• Focus on customer satisfaction through enablement of product and store experiences.
• Recruit, onboard and coach new team members
• Roster and manage your team through regular feedback, motivation, coaching and development
• Provide a safe working environment and ensuring all staff adhere to safe working procedures
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Inventory management and stock level adjustment to meet consumer demand and seasonal changes.

About you:

• Previous retail management experience with a strong desire to succeed
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a trusting team
• Ability to develop strong internal and external relationships via strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Confidence and organisational skills to delegate tasks and roles effectively
• Experience servicing both trade and retail customers and growing a business
• Demonstrated financial and strong business acumen such as understanding P&L reports; inventory management, rostering and controlling expenses
• Requirement for a driver's licence and the capacity to perform manual tasks e.g. lifting of 15L cans of paint
• Ability to effectively handle conflict and work under pressuring timelines
• Ability to Build a strong team, utilising strengths and providing leadership where development is required

Desirable:

• Paint/surface coating industry knowledge would be advantageous.
• Colour and design choices expertise

Benefits:

• 50% off retail price of Haymes Paint manufactured products, including friends and family discounts
• 6% Medibank Corporate discount
• 20% New Balance discount
• Ongoing training and support
• Access to a range of workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
• Professional development opportunities

Please apply by including a recent resume and responding to the selection questions. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information about the role or for a confidential discussion contact Regional Stores Operations Manager, Leo Frazer on 0429 463 482.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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Disclaimer:

Applications will only be considered from candidates with the right to work in Australia. Haymes Paint do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Haymes Paint is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.