Store Manager

**Stability of over 75 years’ of Australian experience and expertise**:

- ** Boost your leadership career into the next level with Stratco**:

- ** Wellbeing Support I Inclusive Culture I Extended Training Program**

**Whilst manufacturing is our foundation, our team is our future**

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

As the front-runner of our Ferntree Gully Store, we seek a dynamic and passionate **Store Manager** responsible for the daily operations, sales, stock management and team leadership within the store. Reporting to the Vic Retail Manager, you and your team will be efficient, organised and the go-to for Stratco’s loyal customers and internal sales teams; steadfast in finding out the needs of our customers and then present them with the best solutions.

The Store Manager will lead by example, plan resources, be highly organised to ensure daily sales plans are achieved and a culture of safety maintained. Our products are the key to our success therefore product knowledge, design skills and an understanding of customer expectations are required, all of which can be delivered via our robust training programs.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- General store management activities
- Liaise directly customers, face to face and telephone sales
- Working with sales & design systems to draft quotes &/or completed designs for customers
- Store merchandising and stock control
- Developing rosters and training programmes
- Financial accountability for the performance of the Store
- Adhere to our critical safety rules & contribute to a safe working environment

**ABOUT YOU**
- ** Essential -** Retail and/or Trade Outlet experience
- ** Essential -** Ability to build customer base and attract and manage trade business
- ** Essential -** Technical acumen to understand engineered products
- Strong merchandising skills would be an advantage
- Passionate about creating brand loyalty
- Positive selling attitude with the ability to empower your team to sell
- A self-starter able to set goals and deliver sales targets
- Ability to coach, mentor and develop your team
- Willingness to enhance the customer experience by working with enthusiasm, energy, and pace

**This is a permanent full-time position. The store operates 6 days per week, you will be required to work alternate Saturdays (9am - 2pm), no Sundays or public holidays.**

**REWARDS & BENEFITS**

Flexible Working Arrangements | Health & Wellbeing Initiatives | Traineeship & Apprentice Program | Career Development Opportunities | Paid Parental Leave | Employee Referral Incentive | Stratco Team Member Discount Card | Private Health Corporate Discount | Flu Vaccinations | Employee Assistance Programme

**ABOUT STRATCO**

Stratco is an Australian-owned innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of quality building and renovation solutions. With sophisticated manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and professional trade representation throughout Australia and New Zealand, Stratco has supplied a comprehensive range of products to the building and construction industries, and home improvement and DIY markets for over 75 years.

**OUR CULTURE**

Stratco has established an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected, and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment across our diverse business and take every measure to ensure our team members** ‘Return Home Safe’ **every day.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you Should you be successful in progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process you will be invited for an interview to discuss the role in more detail.