Retail Manager

1 day ago


Geelong, Victoria, Australia Geelong Grammar School Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world's leading coeducational boarding and day schools offering exceptional education to all of its students, from Early Learning to Year 12.  Geelong Grammar School seeks to inspire its students and community to thrive and make a positive difference through its unique and transformational education. In 2026 Geelong Grammar School will have three campuses following the transition of Bostock House to a purpose-built facility at our Corio Campus

We seek to appoint a dynamic and experienced Retail Manager to this position (Tuesday to Friday – 30 hours per week for 48 working weeks). This role will be responsible for managing the daily operations of 4 retail outlets (2 uniform shops, print and book room and Timbertop Hike store) also the sewing and laundry room.  It is anticipated that the successful candidate will commence on 11 January 2026.

About the role:

An opportunity exists for a retail professional to take on a role which encompasses end to end Retail management responsibilities, including delivery of Financial targets, buying and merchandising for four Campuses

Key responsibilities of this role include:

· Delivery of an Exceptional service experience for all community members purchasing uniform, the Uniform shop often being the first point of contact with the School.

· Making purchasing decisions which ensure compliance with the School's Sustainability commitments

· Managing supplier selection, relationships, negotiations, purchasing and stock levels

· Collaborating with the Academic Office and managing and coordinating the supply of books and stationery

· Researching, selecting, and purchasing fit for purpose, quality products.

· Managing and setting budgets, setting prices and managing overall delivery of financial targets.

· Managing relevant sales and financial systems.

· Managing a team of staff - hire, train and develop employees.

· Collaborating with the Uniform Committee to develop a timeless uniform with processes in place for change.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will need:

· Extensive professional experience in Retail.

· Current Employee Working with Children Check and National Police Check

· A track record of outstanding management of day-to-day retail operations, including management of human resources and delivery of financial goals.

· A motivated leader who thrives on creating and sustaining a climate of excellence, inclusion, trust, and productivity.

· Up-to-date knowledge of relevant industry trends

· Thorough understanding of relevant compliance requirements

· Store Management experience

· Strong digital literacy skills

All staff play a crucial role in enhancing the resilience and wellbeing of every student, and Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse.

The School's Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under 'Student Safeguarding'.  The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role.  Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School's expectations should be directed to

For further details and/or to apply, visit the employment page on our website: 

Please submit a cover letter, CV, and a document addressing key responsibilities in the Position Description.

Applications close at 10:00am on Friday 24 October 2025.

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date.

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