Discover your place at Brand Collective
Store Manager - Shoes & Sox Fountain Gate
- 495438
- Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Retail Leadership
- Full-time
ABOUT SHOES & SOX
Since 1987 Shoes & Sox has been the go-to destination for all types of kids shoes, trusted to expertly fit kids feet. Our mission is to get every baby, toddler and kid (big and little) in Australia into shoes that fit their feet as well as their adventures, their personality, and their family, perfectly.
ROLE IN A NUTSHELL
We're on the hunt for a Store Manager who brings the energy, the leadership chops, and a genuine love for little feet. You'll take the reins at Shoes & Sox Fountain Gate, leading a team in a store that's all about comfort, confidence, and fun.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
You'll be the store's captain, coach and cheerleader, making sure every shift runs smoothly, the team is motivated, and customers leave with smiles (and shoes).
- Lead the floor, roster shifts, run daily briefs, and set the pace so every shift hits its targets
- Coach your crew, recognise the wins, work through the tough moments, and help your team grow into their roles
- Own your numbers, track sales, KPIs and store performance, and adjust on the fly to hit targets
- Keep the store fit for a photo shoot, visual merchandising, presentation and cleanliness that stops customers in their tracks
- Manage stock like a pro, accurate receiving, smart replenishment, and tight loss prevention to keep shrinkage down
- Build a safe, inclusive team culture where everyone feels supported and set up to succeed
ABOUT YOU
You bring the energy, the empathy, and the experience.
- A retail leader at heart, you've coached, trained and grown teams before, and you're ready to do it again
- Genuinely great with kids and their families, patience isn't just a virtue, it's your superpower
- A numbers person, KPIs excite you, and you know exactly how to hit (and beat) them
- Cool, calm and one step ahead, you spot problems before they happen and sort them just as fast
- Curious and coachable, always learning, always levelling up, always keen to try something new
- A natural communicator, you build relationships that make people want to stick around
JUST SOME PERKS WE OFFER
- Generous discounts – Up to 50% off top brands like Review, Superdry, Black Pepper and Elka Collective!
- Training and development – We want you to grow and get the most out of your role
- Positive and encouraging culture - we prioritize cultivating a workplace where every team member feels valued, motivated, and empowered to contribute their best
- Monthly bonus scheme (rewards based on KPI achievement) as well as random competitions with giveaways
- Employee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals for when times are tough.
READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?
This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead with purpose, have fun on the floor, and make a genuine impact in every pair of shoes you help sell. If you're ready to bring your energy, your leadership, and your love of little feet to a team that'll back you every step of the way, we want to hear from you.
Please note this roster is working a Tuesday - Saturday roster.
Apply now and step into a role where every day is a chance to make someone's day, one happy customer, one confident kid, one great shoe fit at a time.
ABOUT BRAND COLLECTIVE
Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life!
At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today to bring brands to life!
Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early.