September 12, 2024

The Sleeping Giant

Auburn

FULL TIME

Store Manager

Join Our Team at James Lane | Sleeping Giant!

Up to 2.5% Commission + Bonus Pack
Enjoy a Generous 40% Staff Discount Across Both Brands

About Us:
At James Lane | Sleeping Giant, we're not just a furniture store – we're curators of timeless elegance and creators of beautiful interiors. With over 40 years of experience as a proudly Australian family-owned business, we're passionate about turning houses into homes that reflect style, comfort, and sophistication.
The Role:
Are you a dynamic leader ready to make your mark? We're looking for an experienced and passionate Store Manager to join our James Lane Auburn Team. As the leader of our store, you'll oversee all operations, from empowering our staff to achieving sales targets, ensuring our store shines inside and out.
Key Responsibilities

Inspire and Lead: Motivate our retail team, fostering a culture of excellence in customer service.
Drive Sales: Develop and execute strategies to surpass sales targets.
Store Presentation: Maintain impeccable store presentation through thoughtful merchandising and cleanliness.
Talent Development: Recruit, train, and develop team members to reach their full potential.
Inventory Management: Ensure optimal stock levels and minimize shrinkage.
Customer Relationships: Cultivate strong relationships to drive repeat business and brand advocacy.
Compliance: Uphold company policies and safety regulations.

Requirements

Proven experience in retail management or assistant management.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Track record of achieving sales targets and driving profitability.
Ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
Dedication to delivering outstanding customer service.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Flexibility to work weekends.
Ability to lift and maneuver furniture (up to 20kg) with ease.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive base salary with up to 2.5% commission.
Performance-based quarterly bonuses to reward your achievements.
Generous 40% staff discount on our exquisite products.
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to fuel your growth.

If you're passionate about retail and thrive in a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you'd be a perfect fit for our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:

Employee discount
Referral program

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Public holidays
Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

Commission
Quarterly bonus

Application Question(s):

Are you comfortable and able to lift up to 20kg?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia:

1. I have a temporary visa with restrictions on work hours (e.g. student visa, retirement visa);
2. I'm an Australian or NZ citizen
3. I have a holiday temporary work visa
4. I am on a visa with no restrictions on work hours
5. I require sponsorship