Store Manager

The Trustee for Simba Unit Trust t/a Foodies Market The Downs IGA

Store Manager (ANZSCO: 142111 Retail Manager (General))

Full-time/Permanent

$80,000 - $85,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and responsibilities:

*Recruit, train, supervise and motivate team members in the assigned departments, promoting efficient operations and strong customer service.

*Lead the retail team in achieving sales objectives while contributing to the store’s role as a trusted local supermarket.

*Set and review pricing and promotional strategies for the assigned departments, considering sales trends, stock levels, margins and local customer needs.

*Recommend and maintain product ranges that meet sales budgets and margin targets while reflecting customer preferences and, where appropriate, supporting local producers and suppliers.

*Plan and coordinate catalogue specials, in-store promotions and events that encourage customers to shop locally.

*Coach team members to assist customers with product choices, provide knowledgeable service and make appropriate complementary product recommendations.

*Coordinate ordering, replenishment and rotation to maintain product availability, freshness and value while minimising waste and overstocking.

*Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts for the assigned departments.

*Review daily, weekly and monthly sales results, identify trends and take action to support departmental and store profitability.

*Manage the profit and loss performance of the assigned areas, including sales, costs, margins and stock control.

*Assist the Operations Manager with annual budget preparation, expenditure planning, variance analysis and corrective action where results differ from budget.

*Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for customers and staff.

*Ensure departmental operations comply with applicable workplace health and safety, food safety, consumer and other legal requirements.

*Support the store’s positive relationships with its local community, producers and suppliers through day-to-day service and relevant store activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

*Relevant AQF Diploma and minimum 1-year relevant experience.

*A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience may replace the requirement of having a qualification.