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Job no: 511658
Work type: Full time
Location: SA - Regional
Categories: Store Manager
Join the Spotlight family as the next Store Manager
Guided by our core values of People, Excellence, and Success, we drive a culture that empowers every team member to reach their full potential. If you share our drive to achieve and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, you’ll feel right at home as a Spotlight Store Manager.
Why Choose Spotlight?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway for career growth and a vibrant work culture that celebrates collaboration and innovation. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Competitive Salary + Superannuation + Quarterly Profit Share Bonus
- Leadership Training Program to enhance your professional skills
- Work-life balance with a rotating roster, including two full weekends off each month
- Employee Assistance Program for support in life, health, work, and finances
- Multi-brand discount card for Spotlight, Harris Scarfe, and Anaconda
- Recognition and Rewards, including the Annual Ruben Fried National Retailer of the Year Awards and other incentives
- Commitment to Social Responsibility, supporting environmental, philanthropic, and ethical initiatives
The Role
As a Spotlight Store Manager, you’ll be responsible for:
- Leading a high-performing team 40+ in a big box, high-volume retail environment
- Utilising your strong business acumen and P&L knowledge to drive success and goals.
- Mentoring and empowering your team to grow into future leaders
- Managing performance and implementing development plans
- Overseeing high-volume stock and inventory management
- Driving store presentation, promotional activities and visual merchandising
- Oversee and support all departments
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven retail store management background- essential
- A leadership style that demonstrates ownership and accountability
- A passion for motivating teams to exceed goals
- Experience with performance management and staff development
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and time management
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proficiency in computer systems
- First Aid certification (or willingness to complete training, covered by us)
Our Story
When you join Spotlight, you join a team that values diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
Spotlight has come a long way since our early days as a family-run stall in the South Melbourne Markets. Now, with over 135 stores across Australia and Asia and more than 300 locations under the Spotlight Retail Group (SRG), we continue to grow. Our iconic brands—Spotlight, Anaconda, Harris Scarfe, and Mountain Designs—have made SRG one of Australasia’s leading privately-owned family businesses.
- Full time availability
- Most up-to-date resume
- Full working rights within Australia
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today—because at Spotlight, Your Career is What You Make It!
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Applications close: Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Our Process
Found the perfect Spotlight role for you and want to apply? Great!
You’ll find details on our recruitment process below. Make sure you’re well prepared to keep your nerves at bay and to maximise your chances of making a great impression.
1. Update Your CV
Make sure your CV is up-to- date with your latest skills and experience, and that it’s tailored to the role you are seeking. It is a legal requirement that all Spotlight employees have the right to work in Australia.
2. Apply
You can apply online by selecting the relevant job link above, uploading your CV and completing the online application form.
3. Attend An Interview
If your application has been successful, we will ask you to take part in one or more of the following:
• phone interview
• face-to-face interview
• group interview.
4. Reference & Police Check
As part of the screening process, we will obtain your consent to complete two work-related reference checks and, for roles that require one, a police check.
5. Job Offer
Congratulations! If you have been successful, you will be able to accept your letter of offer online together with an employment pack containing information on
Spotlight and your responsibilities and entitlements.
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