At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support retail teams while driving sales and operational excellence.
- Company: Join Nine West, a leading footwear and accessory retailer with a strong brand presence.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a supportive team.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in the fashion retail industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in retail management and a passion for fashion is essential.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Parental Leave Cover)
At Nine West, our aim is to grow our people, our stores, our brand and our image to maintain our place as a market leader in footwear and accessory retailing. Established in 1978, the Nine West brand took its name from its founding address at 9 West, 57th Street in New York City. With over 50 stores across Australia, we have a prominent brand presence and reputation for delivering exceptional products and service.
We cultivate a work environment in which our teams are constantly challenged to deliver exceptional results. For this reason we seek out professionals who are aligned to our purpose and passionate about our products.
The Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Area Manager to join our expanding business in this full-time position based in Sydney. Reporting to the State Manager, this role will involve overseeing a portfolio of concept and concession stores in Sydney.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Delivering exceptional leadership and support to dynamic and driven retail experts
- Undertaking operational activities including reporting, audits and inventory/stock activities to maximise sales
- Undertaking people based activities such as recruitment, training, coaching, reviews and performance development conversations
- Ensuring designated stores/concessions achieve sales targets and pre-determined objectives
- Proactively support marketing/promotional initiatives and actively promote the Nine West brand
- Fostering a supportive and high-performing team environment
The Requirements
You will be a self-motivated, enthusiastic and experienced retail manager who is driven to achieve results and will lead by example in doing so. As well as this, the following skills and attributes will contribute to your success in the role:
- Previous experience in an Area Manager, or Cluster Manager position (ideally in a fashion-based environment)
- Energetic, self-motivated and action oriented
- Approachable and motivated to hit the ground running in this fast-paced environment
- Proven people management experience in a retail environment
- Well-developed communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and multi-task
- Unrestricted working entitlements in Australia
Area Manager in Sydney employer: Nine West
At Nine West, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values work-life balance and employee growth. As a Concession Manager in our Canberra store, you'll enjoy generous discounts, a supportive team culture, and ample opportunities for career advancement, all while leading a passionate team in delivering outstanding customer service. Join us to be part of a brand that not only nurtures its people but also fosters a lively and collaborative work environment.
