Store Manager

Early Settler is about stylish modern living – we sell furniture and gorgeous homewares that are affordable and designed to help create a home you truly love. Why Join Us? Here at Early Settler, we are looking for people who share our passion for providing exceptional customer experience. We love what we do and we love to support each other to hit our goals. To support our most important asset – YOU – we provide you with: Amazing team member discounts on our fabulous products Holistic Wellbeing programs to support you to be your best self Fun, supportive and collaborative team environment What is the role? We are looking for a dynamic Store Manager to join our team at Shepparton store and take charge In this pivotal role, you’ll drive sales, lead and develop a high‑performing team aligned to our core values, and create a memorable customer experience. Key Responsibilities: Proactively and attentively take ownership of overall store performance Drive sales, profit, and control costs to achieve KPIs Ensure a customer‑centric culture, resulting in a warm, helpful, and exceptional customer experience Provide inspirational leadership and training to develop the team and deliver outstanding results Lead, coach and develop the retail sales team to achieve targets and build a high‑performing team Develop and implement strategies that maximize both sales and customer service targets, thereby driving store performance Be a product knowledge expert and embody our values: Keep It Real, Add Value, Make It Personal, Be Experts, Be Distinctive Adhere to all company behaviours, policies, and procedures Ensure a clean, tidy, and safe work environment, advocating and ensuring OH&S principles are upheld at all times Who are we looking for? With a strong retail background, commercial acumen, and passion for customer service, you thrive in a team environment and know how to bring out the best in people. You bring energy, resilience, and a hands‑on approach to everything you do – and you are ready to take the next step into retail leadership. 5+ years of retail management experience Drive and passion for delivering a second‑to‑none customer experience A reputation for a collaborative and approachable style and a proven ability to deliver results Demonstrated experience leading and coaching teams Ability to manage budgets, drive KPIs, ensure compliance, interpret and create reporting, and generate efficient, compliant rosters Honesty, integrity, and open communication A strong work ethic, commitment to adding value, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get the job done As we are a furniture store, the role involves regular manual handling of products including lifting, carrying, and moving items of varying sizes. Applicants must be physically capable of safely performing these tasks as part of their daily duties *Applicants must be an Australian citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in Australia and therefore hold a valid visa. We understand the time and effort involved in applying, and we thank all applicants in advance. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Application Questions: Have you ever been charged with a criminal offence? If Yes, please provide details (convictions concealed under the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004 should not be included). Do you have any medical conditions or pre‑existing injuries that could prevent you from performing the inherent requirements of the job? What is the notice period for your current employment? Do you consent to Early Settler checking the following records: Criminal Records Check, and do you agree with the privacy policy? Location: Shepparton, Goulburn Valley VIC #J-18808-Ljbffr