Retail Assistant Store Manager

Melbourne - South Eastern Suburbs, Victoria, Australia
- Full time

**About Sussan**

For more than 80 years, Sussan has been celebrating the spirit of Australian women, curating elegant, contemporary pieces that they love to wear, whether at work or play.

At Sussan, we strive to balance fashion with responsibility, always aiming to improve and find better ways to create the clothes that Australian women love. As part of The Sussan Group, we're proud to be a Certified B Corporation. This certification independently verifies that the Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency. This shows that we are a leader, with a future focus and we’re passionate about bringing our team with us on the journey. Together, we’re committed to the change that women want to see.

**About the Role**:
As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll work closely with the Store Manager to oversee all aspects of store operations, including driving sales, delivering outstanding customer experiences, and managing stock. This is a leadership role where you’ll help guide and develop the team while ensuring the store runs smoothly in the Store Manager’s absence.

If you’re passionate about retail, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love inspiring others, we want to hear from you

**As Assistant Store Manager, your role involves**:

- Support the Store Manager in driving sales and achieving performance targets while enhancing the customer experience.
- Assist in leading, mentoring, and developing the store team, cultivating a positive and results-driven environment.
- Oversee stock management, ensuring effective stock replenishment, markdowns, and timely stocktakes.
- Maintain high visual merchandising standards to reflect brand direction.
- Ensure excellent service and build lasting customer relationships.

**Why work for Sussan?**

At Sussan we believe in creating a supportive and nurturing workplace that puts women and their needs first. Our team members are passionate about fashion, and we're committed to fostering an environment where our team can thrive. Here’s why you should choose a career at Sussan:

- Join a Certified B Corporation and become a team member of a vibrant, purpose-driven workplace that values both innovation and impact.
- Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
- Participate in our long-standing community partnership program with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA)
- Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity, growth, and, most importantly, future thinking.

**We also offer some amazing benefits, including**:

- Work life balance with a 3-day weekend on a fortnightly rotating roster and no Sunday shifts.
- Our comprehensive online learning program followed by instore training with your Store Manager.
- Access to Management Development Programs for fantastic career pathways to the Sussan Group business.
- Wellness Leave - 2 additional paid days of leave per year to focus on your health and wellbeing.
- Generous 50% team member discount on Sussan product.
- Opportunity to achieve monthly and seasonal bonuses.
- Discounted private health insurance through Medibank Private

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, we would love to connect with you.

The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.

Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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