Showroom Manager

**Now Hiring | Australian Bridal Designer | Melbourne**

The Brand |

The story of this Australian Bridal brand began in 2011 and since then, the team has created a whole new perspective on bridal dressing and have been designing gowns that they want women to feel confident and empowered in. Their handmade gowns are all Australian made and excude effortless luxury, quality and style - they pride themselves on designing gowns that have soul, originality and authenticity. We have an exciting and unique opportunity to join this incredible brand as a Showroom Manager in Melbourne.

The Role |

This brand wants stepping into their Showroom to be an experience brides won’t ever forget. Designed to feel like an extension of the home, they’re a space where brides feel relaxed and comfortable as they search for ‘the one’. As Showroom Manager you are responsible for promoting this homely environment within the Showroom and within your team.

As Showroom Manager you will lead a high performing team of stylists - you will lead from the front by role modelling expected behaviours. You will operate by appointment only and style brides daily alongside your team, ensuring the operational and sales performance of the showroom is meeting and exceeding expectations.

Providing brides with a unique experience is your ultimate goal in this role and you will be highly skilled in multi-tasking to ensure that this experience is delivered by yourself and your team.

This role operates on set roster of Tuesday - Saturday with RDO's Sunday & Monday.

The Skillset |

We’d love to chat to you if you have the following:

- At least 2 - 3 years of previous experience in retail management or leadership position in a related field is required
- Previous experience in driving team sales and KPI performance with a strong focus on customer service
- Experience working in luxury fashion, the wedding or bridal industry is highly regarded
- Demonstrated experience in leading a team with the ability to train, manage performance and develop individuals to achieve their best
- Ability to manage leave and roster management is essential to maintain showroom operational requirements
- High level of business acumen and financial decision making
- Previous experience with stock management, inventory processes and stock counts and providing accurate recording of stock items and any issues to our Inventory team
- Impeccable presentation and written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with our customers from the initial consultation to closing the sale
- Strong ability in managing appointment scheduling & completing data entry (experience in using NetSuite is advantageous)

The Offer |
- Generous salary packaging with a monthly set commission and bonus plan
- Product discounts for you, your direct family & friends
- Flare Benefits Platform with discounts across a range of AUS retailers
- Global career development and progression opportunities as the brand continues to grow
- Company supported Employee Assistance Program
- Work with a passionate, and driven team that know how to work hard and have fun doing it
- Work with brand that holds ethical and sustainable manufacturing at its core
- Feel empowered working amongst incredible women in a 97% female run company

The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.

Recruitment - but make it ethical not transactional. Quality over quantity - always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition - one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.

Angela Millar