Store Manager

About Autobarn and Bapcor

Autobarn is a leading Australian automotive retailer with over 40 years of experience and 145 locations nationally. Known for providing quality automotive parts, accessories, and expert guidance, the company serves both motoring enthusiasts and everyday drivers. Autobarn operates under Bapcor Ltd, Australasia's foremost automotive aftermarket provider, which includes multiple renowned brands and employs over 5,000 people across more than 1,000 sites in Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand.

Autobarn embraces an inclusive, supportive, and diverse workplace culture that encourages employee development and career growth, guided by core values such as integrity, teamwork, commitment, and execution.

Role Overview

The Store Manager is accountable for overseeing daily store operations, leading and motivating a high-performing team, and cultivating a positive environment focused on exceptional customer service. Reporting directly to the Area Manager, this hands-on leadership position directs sales efforts, operational activities, and team engagement to meet business targets and enhance customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture by enforcing compliance with policies, identifying hazards, and encouraging team involvement in safety practices.
• Manage financial and operational outcomes by effectively controlling sales, budgets, profit margins, inventory levels, and staff scheduling using business intelligence tools.
• Lead and inspire the team to reach sales goals, uphold operational standards, and provide outstanding customer interactions while exemplifying company values.
• Maintain high presentation and merchandising standards, ensure promotional activities are executed properly, and deliver a welcoming store atmosphere.
• Recruit, develop, and retain talented team members through coaching, performance feedback, recognition, and fostering a collaborative and accountable culture.

Candidate Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Store Manager or senior retail leader, preferably in automotive, specialty retail, or large-format retail settings.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in motivating and developing teams for high performance.
• Results-oriented with a commercial mindset, adept at driving sales growth, meeting key performance indicators, and managing operational effectiveness.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills to build effective relationships with customers, staff, and stakeholders.
• Values-driven leader capable of managing change, inspiring others, and cultivating a positive workplace environment.
• Commitment to maintaining workplace health and safety standards, compliance adherence, and risk mitigation.

While automotive industry experience is a plus, the role primarily seeks a passionate leader dedicated to achieving exceptional team outcomes.

Additional Information

Why work at Bapcor?

• Opportunities for career progression across the Bapcor group.
• Employee discounts on Bapcor and retail trade brand products and services.
• Supportive industry-leading policies promoting work/life balance, including gender-neutral parental leave, purchase leave, and volunteer leave.
• Benefits such as paid birthday leave, wellbeing programs, novated leasing, and more.

Bapcor prioritizes inclusivity and equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and providing accessible recruitment experiences. Reasonable accommodation inquiries can be directed to the company.

Please note: Recruitment agencies are requested not to contact regarding this vacancy; applications must be submitted by candidates directly.