Assistant Store Manager

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Platypus Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Since 1998 here at Platypus Shoes we have made it our business to deck out every single person who walks through our doors with the freshest footwear from all the biggest brands. But we reckon life goes beyond shoes. We believe it's what you do in them that truly counts. So stay out late. Wake up early. Walk there, run back. Stand tall and be a champion in a crowd of Naysayers. We're for the ones that dance harder, sing louder and don't care what anyone else thinks. This is your story. Play Life Loud.

Platypus Shoes is a part of the Accent Group which is Australia and New Zealand's largest footwear group with over 900+ stores, 34 brands and 30+ online platforms including;Glue Store, Platypus, Skechers, Hype DC, Vans, Dr. Martens, Subtype, The Athletes Foot, CAT, Merrell, Timberland, Stylerunner, Hoka, UGG, Saucony, Sports Direct & Nude Lucy

About the Role

As the Assistant Manager at Platypus Shoes Bateau Bay, you'll work side-by-side with the Store Manager to support a team of passionate casual team members. Your focus will be on driving sales and KPIs, coaching the team, and delivering next-level customer service. You'll play a key role in creating an energetic store culture, while developing your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-impact retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager in driving store performance by achieving sales targets, KPIs, and maintaining visual merchandising standards
  • Motivate and inspire the team to deliver outstanding results in sales and customer experience
  • Monitor and analyse store sales performance daily, weekly, and monthly – celebrate wins and identify opportunities for growth
  • Manage rosters and wage spend in line with company targets and operational efficiency
  • Coach and mentor team members, driving high morale, ongoing training, and succession planning
  • Oversee stock levels, store presentation, shrinkage control, and operational excellence
  • Ensure compliance with all OH&S policies and relevant state and national legislation

Skills and Experience

  • Previous experience as a senior casual, key holder, 3IC, or supervisor in a high-volume retail environment
  • Proven ability to lead a team and deliver strong results in sales and KPIs
  • A proactive, hands-on leader with a 'Make it Happen' mindset
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for coaching others
  • Operational know-how across stock management and visual merchandising
  • A genuine enthusiasm for customer experience and working with premium product

Benefits

  • Work-Life Balance: Sunday to Thursday roster – enjoy two consecutive days off
  • Career Growth: Extensive training and development programs to support your growth
  • Employee Perks: Access to our exclusive 'Employee Benefits' program – includes discounted gym memberships and health insurance.
  • Team Discounts: 40% off across all Accent Group brands including Platypus, Vans, Hype DC, Skechers, and more.
  • Supportive Culture: Be part of a vibrant, fun, and inclusive team culture with regular events, leadership conferences, and more.
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At Accent Group Limited we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. The Accent Group acknowledges, and pays respect, to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Maori people.



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