Retail Assistant Manager

About the Role

As the Assistant Manager at Platypus Shoes Marion, you'll work side-by-side with the Store Manager to support a team of passionate casual team members. Your focus will be on driving sales and KPIs, coaching the team, and delivering next-level customer service. You'll play a key role in creating an energetic store culture, while developing your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-impact retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in driving store performance by achieving sales targets, KPIs, and maintaining visual merchandising standards
• Motivate and inspire the team to deliver outstanding results in sales and customer experience
• Monitor and analyse store sales performance daily, weekly, and monthly – celebrate wins and identify opportunities for growth
• Manage rosters and wage spend in line with company targets and operational efficiency
• Coach and mentor team members, driving high morale, ongoing training, and succession planning
• Oversee stock levels, store presentation, shrinkage control, and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with all OH&S policies and relevant state and national legislation

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience as a senior casual, key holder, 3IC, or supervisor in a high-volume retail environment
• Proven ability to lead a team and deliver strong results in sales and KPIs
• A proactive, hands-on leader with a 'Make it Happen' mindset
• Strong communication skills and a passion for coaching others
• Operational know-how across stock management and visual merchandising
• A genuine enthusiasm for customer experience and working with premium product

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Sunday to Thursday roster – enjoy two consecutive days off
• Career Growth: Extensive training and development programs to support your growth
• Employee Perks: Access to our exclusive 'Employee Benefits' program – includes discounted gym memberships and health insurance.
• Team Discounts: 40% off across all Accent Group brands including Platypus, Vans, Hype DC, Skechers, and more.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a vibrant, fun, and inclusive team culture with regular events, leadership conferences, and more.

About Us

At Platypus Shoes, we’ve been helping customers find their perfect kicks since 1998. But it’s never just been about the shoes – it’s about what you do in them. We celebrate individuality, self-expression, and living life out loud. Whether it’s staying out late, waking up early, or just dancing like nobody's watching – we’re here for it.

We're part of Accent Group, the largest footwear retailer in Australia and New Zealand with over 850+ stores and 34 brands including Skechers, Vans, Dr. Martens, The Athlete’s Foot, Hype DC, and more. We’re proud of our inclusive and diverse workplace, where everyone is welcome and empowered to be their true self.

How to Apply

Ready to lead a store where culture, performance, and style collide? Click Apply Now and step into your next big opportunity with Platypus Shoes.