Store Manager - Cowes

An exciting opportunity to join the Haymes Paint team awaits! We are seeking a people focused Store Manager to join our Haymes Paint Cowes store, where you will lead a team of paint passionate individuals. You will lead from the front, with a focus on building the strength of our current store and team. You will be responsible for driving success through your people, store profitability, strong service and merchandising, while also focusing on safe work practices, coaching and store culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage store budget incl. variable expenses such as labour, sales vs budget, inventory and profit margins
• Build strong relationships with new and existing trade and retail customers for sales growth and service
• Focus on customer satisfaction through enablement of product and store experiences
• Recruit, onboard and coach new team members
• Roster and manage your team through regular feedback, motivation, coaching and development
• Provide a safe working environment and ensuring all staff adhere to safe working procedures
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning

About you:

• Previous trade or retail management experience with a strong desire to succeed
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team
• Ability to develop strong internal & external relationships via strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Confidence and organisational skills to delegate tasks and roles effectively
• Demonstrated financial and strong business acumen such as understanding P&L reports; inventory management, rostering and controlling expenses
• Ability to lead a strong team, utilising strengths and providing leadership where development is required
• Paint/surface coating industry knowledge would be advantageous.

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Paint has grown to become Australia’s largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Motivation, Respect plus Listening and Learning are reflected in everything we do.

Added benefits include:

• 50% off retail price of Haymes Paint manufactured products, including friends and family discounts
• 6% Medibank Corporate discount
• 20% New Balance discount
• Ongoing training and support
• Access to a range of workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
• Professional development opportunities

Please apply by including a recent resume and responding to the selection questions. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is identified.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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Disclaimer:

Applications will only be considered from candidates with the right to work in Australia. Haymes Paint do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Haymes Paint is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.