CABLE MELBOURNE Hiring for Area Manager at Malvern, Victoria, Australia Full Time

The Role

We have an amazing, rare opportunity available in the new year for an experienced Area Manager to join our Cable Melbourne business!

Based in Melbourne, you will lead a team of our 18 Cable Store Managers responsible for leading and managing daily operations to achieve business goals and maximise profitability.

This is a true leadership role for a dynamic, hands-on retailer with strong fashion experience. You will focus on customer service and open communication with your team to ensure they understand company direction and initiatives and are focused on KPI’S and results.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday.

Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Overseeing all day-to-day operational responsibilities across our all of our stores nationally
• Provide training, continuous coaching, leadership, guidance and development of your Managers
• Drive a proactive approach to maximising sales and managing wage and stock loss
• Drive all operational standards, including inventory management, visual merchandising, loss prevention and OH& S
• Support new store openings
• Recruit high-calibre team members and provide them with an exceptional induction to the business
• Communicating and influencing key stakeholders across the business

What are we looking for?

• 3-4 years’ + multi-site management experience within retail a apparel environment
• Department store and boutique experience would be highly desirable
• An experienced ‘hands on’ leader with great mentoring and coaching skills with the ability to inspire your team.
• A caring and nurturing leadership style
• Strong commercial and retail acumen
• A genuine love and understanding of our brand
• You cultivate a team environment of trust, motivation and accountability, to maximise performance.
• Strong Visual Merchandising skills
• Flexibility to travel interstate as required
• Strong communication skills and high level of people and relationship management skills
• A proven track record of being successful in a fast-paced KPI driven environment
• Exceptional customer service focus
• A desire for continuous improvement

We provide:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Free onsite parking at our Support Office
• Generous product allowance
• 50% clothing discount off all of our brands (Cable Melbourne, GAZMAN & Perri Cutten)
• A tailored induction program to ensure you have the best introduction to the business
• The opportunity to build your career with a successful, established and trusted Australian group of companies
• A friendly, motivating and rewarding team environment, where achievements are recognised
• A highly supportive management team
• Opportunities to attend fantastic events, annual conferences and award nights

About us

Austin Group is an established Australian owned and family run fashion retailer and wholesaler that includes some of Australia’s most iconic menswear and womenswear brands. Our portfolio of brands include Cable Melbourne, Perri Cutten and GAZMAN. We proudly operate over 130 retail stores in Australia and supply to over 150 wholesale locations throughout Australia and NZ.

Cable Melbourne is one of Australia’s leading women’s fashion retailers with 18 stores (and growing) across VIC, NSW, ACT, SA and WA. The Cable philosophy centres around high-end design and construction with a commitment to sustainable manufacturing. The Cable style ethos The Cable style ethos centres around creating modern, timeless pieces that transcend seasons and provide the wearer with unique, elegant wardrobe options.

Our Culture

Austin Group’s family driven culture is built on our belief in authenticity, passion and always striving to ensure every interaction we have builds a truly personable relationship and delivers an experience that is beyond expected. We seek to inspire one another day in and day out with a proactive, collaborative and positive approach.

We look for passionate, skilled and energetic individuals who will be great brand ambassadors for our company and will join us on our journey as we grow and evolve these iconic Australian brands. Join us and love what you do. It makes for a great day at work!

Team testimonials:

“Having worked previously at large scale organisations, one thing I noticed immediately at Austin Group is the sense of connection. Family owned and run, there is a real feeling of growth across each of the brands. Everything you work on is meaningful which provides excitement in the roles that we do. There is no shortage of passion at Austin Group!” Dean – Austin Group | Head of CRM

“I started my journey with Cable Melbourne in 2017. When I started with the company. The St Ives team is a supportive, fun loving team and together we get the job done. I’ve now seen many winter and summer ranges and seen the brand grow. It’s always so exciting to unpack those first boxes of each new range. I love being part of Cable Melbourne”. Mandy – Store Manager St Ives

If you have the required skills, have a positive and enthusiastic attitude and are looking to join a highly dedicated and passionate team, please apply online through LinkedIn or send your application to [email protected]

*Please note that due to a high number of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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