About The Role: 

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Store Manager to lead our team Wangaratta Salvos Stores. As Store Manager, you’ll drive sales, inspire your team, and deliver an exceptional in-store experience, all while helping us raise vital funds to support Australians in need. 

Reporting to the Area Manager, this is a permanent, full-time role located in Wangaratta, VIC. 

The successful candidate will enjoy a rotating roster designed to support work-life balance:

• Week 1: Monday to Friday
• Week 2: Tuesday to Saturday

This means you'll work just one Saturday each fortnight, giving you regular weekends to plan ahead and enjoy your time outside of work.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Retail General Industry Award, Level 6.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead store operations and achieve sales and surplus targets. 
• Manage stock flow, pricing and visual merchandising according to Salvos Stores' standards and values. 
• Inspire, train and develop a passionate team of employees and volunteers. 
• Keep budgets on track and manage rosters and wage costs to keep the store running efficiently. 
• Build strong community connections with local groups and partners. 

About You: 

• Retail management experience (essential). 
• Strong proven customer service, interpersonal and communication skills (essential) 
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire and engage people. 
• Ability to work to budgets and manage operational priorities. 
• Experience using Workday HCM system (highly regarded). 
• Alignment with The Salvation Army Mission and Values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity. 

The Benefits: 

We are more than retail. Every sale supports The Salvation Army’s programs, helping thousands of Australians every year. As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as: 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. 
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for 'volunteering’ in Salvos' initiatives. 
• Staff Store Discount. 
• No Sunday work - work-life balance! 
• Access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts. 
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives. 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. 

How To Apply: 

If you’re a motivated retail leader ready to combine sales success with social impact, apply today and join us in making a difference. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current resume and a cover letter which details your alignment with the requirements of the role. 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. 

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration