Assistant Store Manager Preston

What is the Role?

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Assistant Store Manager to join our Preston store working a Sunday – Thursday roster.

The Assistant Store Manager is a agile retail leadership position where your retail expertise and leadership capability will be pivotal in supporting Store Manager to drive store performance, foster customer‑centric culture and uplift team capability, all whilst living our Early Settler values.

Key Responsibilities Partner with Store Manager to drive sales performance and achieve targets through effective selling of merchandise. Work with customers to realise their vision for their home, providing styling solutions and recommendations, and upselling and cross‑selling while ascertaining customer needs. Coach and guide the retail sales team to achieve targets and create a unique shopping experience that delivers exceptional customer service. Support day‑to‑day store operations including rostering, financial performance, administrative tasks, recruiting and onboarding of new team members. Develop and implement strategies that can maximise sales and customer service targets, driving store performance.

Qualifications and Experience 2–3+ years experience in retail sales with a proven track record of achieving targets. Robust commercial acumen and a results‑driven mindset that turns strategies into success stories. Ability to coach, guide and motivate teams to deliver exceptional customer service. Resourceful with a can‑do attitude and ability to solve problems and provide solutions. Ability to balance customer care, team development and administrative tasks. Genuine interest in home‑styling, furniture or creating welcoming living spaces is a plus. Physical capability to perform manual handling duties such as lifting, carrying and moving items.

EEO and Eligibility Applicants must be an Australian citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in Australia and therefore hold a valid visa.

Benefits Team member discounts on our products. Holistic wellbeing programs to support you to be your best self. Fun, supportive and cooperative team environment. J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rdhxv