Experienced Retail Manager
21 hours ago
Poolwerx Geelong is growing and expanding, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Retail Manager to lead our team and drive our business forward across Geelong, Surf Coast & Bellarine Peninsula.
Are you an energetic and mature leader with a genuine passion for retail and customer service? Do you possess a growth mindset and the strategic vision to manage and expand a thriving business? If you have a positive, can-do attitude and excel in a fun and supportive workplace, this could be the perfect leadership role for you
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $70K-$80K per year + superannuation
Location: Geelong
Start Date: ASAP
Your Impact & Responsibilities:
As a key leader in our business, you will be responsible for the store's overall success. Your role will blend hands-on customer engagement with strategic management
Leadership & Business Growth:
Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team, fostering a positive, high-performance culture.
Drive sales and profitability by setting and monitoring KPIs, managing budgets, and analysing store performance.
Develop and execute local marketing initiatives—including in-store promotions, social media engagement, and community outreach—to increase foot traffic and brand awareness.
Proactively identify opportunities for business growth, new revenue streams, and operational improvements.
Manage rostering, team training, and performance development to build a capable and confident team.
Day-to-Day Operations:
Provide an exceptional customer experience, acting as our lead expert in-store, via phone, and by email.
Conduct precise water testing and provide expert pool care advice and solutions.
Oversee all sales order processing, efficient stock management, and inventory control.
Manage the sourcing of parts and the preparation of customer quotes.
Ensure the store is impeccably presented through effective visual merchandising.
What We’re Looking For: A Leader with Passion & Personality
We believe the right attitude is everything. We're looking for a mature and happy professional who embodies our values and is excited by the opportunity to grow with us.
Proven experience in a retail management or assistant management role.
A genuine growth mindset, with a track record of contributing to business development.
A strong, practical understanding of retail operations, including sales, stock management, and team leadership.
Basic marketing acumen, with the ability to creatively promote a local store.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills—you should be naturally bubbly, helpful, and able to connect with both customers and your team.
A mature, reliable, and conscientious approach to your work.
The Right Mindset:
A problem-solver who takes ownership and initiative.
Passionate about achieving excellence and getting things right the first time.
Light-hearted, fun, and easy to work with.
Always looking for ways to learn, improve, and grow.
Why Us?
We are passionate about providing solutions that service our clients' needs whilst ensuring a superior quality focus on the client experience. As a family-owned and operated business, we live, shop, and play in our local communities. We are committed to supporting our clients in making their backyard a place where memories are made—safe, healthy, and supportive of their lifestyles.
PLUS:
Genuine career growth and professional development opportunities.
The chance to make a real impact in an award-winning, established company.
Work in a supportive, positive, and collaborative environment where your contribution is truly valued.
The autonomy to lead your store and implement your ideas.
If this sounds like YOU, we want to hear from you Take the next step in your career and become a vital part of our growing success story.
Apply Now
Send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this role by clicking the apply now button or filling in the form below.
We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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