Area Manager VIC (Melbourne Metro)

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Melbourne VIC (Hybrid)

Management—Area/Multi-site (Retail & Consumer Products)

Full-time

Competitive Salary on Offer + Super + Bonus + CA

We’re seeking a dynamic area manager to oversee a portfolio of high-performing retail stores across Melbourne.

This Monday–Friday leadership role is suited to an experienced multi-site manager with strong financial acumen, proven success in high-turnover businesses, and the ability to inspire senior store leaders.

The Role:

As Area Manager, you’ll oversee store operations, performance, and visual standards to deliver profitable growth and an outstanding customer experience. You’ll mentor, coach, and drive your team while also supporting exciting new store openings.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead by example, setting management expectations and driving performance

Coach and develop senior store managers, building succession capability

Manage key financial KPIs (with conversion a primary focus) to deliver growth

Partner with stakeholders across head office, distribution, merchandise & buying

Support stores hands-on, ensuring operational and visual standards are consistently met

Lead visual set-up of all new store openings

About You

3–5+ years’ experience in Area Management within a high-turnover ($20m+) retail environment

Background in fashion or department store retail strongly preferred

Strong team performance management skills with proven success coaching senior managers

Highly commercial mindset—using VM and data-driven decisions to impact sales

Track record in driving and exceeding KPIs, especially conversion

Comfortable working hands-on in-store to support and drive outcomes

Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills

What’s In It For You?

Opportunity to lead a multi-million-dollar portfolio in a dynamic retail business

Training, development & career progression across retail, head office & distribution

Attractive staff discount, employee assistance program & paid parental leave

If you’re a commercially minded, hands-on retail leader with a background in fashion or department store management & leadership, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career. quoting the job title and reference number RCC3960152.

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For any further queries, contact Amelia Hennessy on 0415583898