Area Manager – VIC (East Region)

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Area Manager to lead and support our stores across VIC’s Eastern region.

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving sales and profitability, developing Store Managers and their teams, maintaining operational standards, and delivering an exceptional customer experience across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales, profitability and overall store performance across the region
• Lead, coach and develop Store Managers and their teams
• Monitor sales, wages, profitability and key performance indicators
• Conduct regular store visits and support performance improvement
• Maintain high standards across customer service, merchandising, stock management and store presentation
• Support recruitment, succession planning and talent development
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and WHS requirements
• Partner with Head Office teams to deliver business initiatives and priorities

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in retail management
• Proven experience managing multiple retail locations
• Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales and operational performance
• Strong commercial and financial understanding
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel regularly
• Experience in apparel, fashion or specialty retail will be highly regarded

What we offer

Ongoing development - ongoing training, support and growth opportunities
Competitive salary package - attractive salary package, including penalty rates and regular opportunities for bonuses
Work/life balance - with a strong culture inspired by family values, we focus on work/life balance with reasonable work hours
Discounts - an extremely favourable staff discount 
Supportive environment - receive ongoing recognition and support whilst having a real sense of ownership of your region