Assistant Store Manager

About Early Settler

Early Settler specializes in stylish, modern living by offering affordable furniture and beautiful homewares designed to create comfortable and appealing homes. Regardless of your personal style, Early Settler provides products that enhance your living space.

Why Work With Us?

• Generous employee discounts on our diverse product range
• Comprehensive wellbeing programs supporting your overall health and success
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment

Role Overview

We seek a motivated and energetic Assistant Store Manager to join our Rutherford location. This leadership role focuses on supporting the Store Manager to boost store performance, nurture a customer-centric atmosphere, and develop team capabilities while embodying Early Settler's core values. It is more than a job — it’s a leadership opportunity impacting our stores' futures.

Key Duties

• Collaborate closely with the Store Manager to drive sales and meet targets by effectively merchandising products
• Engage with customers to help them realize their home design visions through knowledgeable styling advice, upselling, and cross-selling based on customer needs
• Lead, coach, and motivate the retail sales team to achieve goals and deliver an unforgettable shopping experience
• Assist with daily store operations such as staff rostering, financial oversight, administrative responsibilities, hiring and onboarding new employees
• Contribute to crafting and implementing strategies that maximize sales and customer service, enhancing overall store success

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate has a solid retail background complemented by commercial insight and a dedication to excellent customer service. You thrive working within teams and excel at inspiring others. Your energetic, resilient, and practical approach makes you ready to step into retail leadership.

Experience and Skills Required

• At least 2-3 years of retail sales experience with a history of meeting or exceeding targets
• Strong commercial sense paired with a results-oriented approach to transform strategies into achievements
• Proven ability to coach and motivate teams to provide outstanding customer service
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive, resourceful attitude
• Capability to manage the balance between customer care, team development, and administrative duties
• Interest in home décor, furniture, or creating inviting living spaces is an advantage
• Commitment to Early Settler’s values, including adding value, distinctiveness, personalization, expertise, and authenticity
• Physical ability to regularly handle manual tasks such as lifting, carrying, and moving furniture items safely and effectively
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid visa allowing work in Australia
• Availability to work during weekends is essential

Additional Information

We appreciate the time and effort applicants put into applications. Due to high application volumes, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.