At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team and create amazing customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Company: Universal Store, a vibrant youth fashion retailer with a strong team culture.
- Benefits: Generous staff discounts, career growth opportunities, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Work Tuesday to Saturday with flexible hours and a focus on personal development.
- Why this job: Join us to inspire others and make a real impact in the retail world.
- Qualifications: Retail management experience and a passion for youth fashion.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
The Opportunity
Universal Store is seeking a passionate, creative, and driven retail leader to step into the Store Manager role. This opportunity suits someone who thrives on leading from the front, building strong store culture, and creating standout customer experiences. If you’re passionate about youth fashion, developing high‑performing teams, and delivering excellence in a fast‑paced retail environment, we’d love to hear from you. The successful candidate will work a Tuesday–Saturday roster, including late‑night trade and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day store operations with a strong and visible floor presence
- Inspire, coach, and develop a large, diverse team to build future leaders
- Deliver outstanding customer experiences in line with Universal Store service standards
- Drive sales performance and store profitability through strong cost and productivity management
- Manage rostering, budgets, and scheduling to achieve business and payroll targets
- Maintain visual merchandising, presentation standards, and overall store efficiency
- Recruit, train, and support team members through clear, honest, and constructive feedback
- Uphold and role‑model Universal Store’s values, culture, and brand expectations
Skills and Experience
- Strong retail background with hands‑on experience across both shop floor and stockroom
- Proven experience as a Store Manager, leading medium to large teams
- A warm, energetic communicator who leads with positivity and purpose
- Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment
- High attention to detail with a strong understanding of retail profitability
- Proven success in achieving and exceeding sales targets
- Confident in delivering feedback and communicating effectively at all levels
What We Offer
- A business that genuinely invests in your growth and career pathway
- Comprehensive technical and leadership development
- A strong and supportive team culture
- Generous staff discounts and favourable rosters
- A workplace where your ideas, creativity, and input are valued
Our Values
- Care for Everyone
- Here to Help
- Make It Work
- Better Than Good
- Contribute
Store Manager employer: Universal Store
Universal Store is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and collaborative workplace culture at our modern Support Office in Eagle Farm. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive learning and development opportunities, hybrid working arrangements, and exclusive staff discounts across our brands. Our supportive leadership team fosters an environment where innovation thrives, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the retail fashion industry.
