Store Manager - Mitchell

Job No: HAYMES519

Location: Canberra

Employment Status: Permanent full-time

No. of Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: 6 Jun 2022 AEST

We have been awarded the Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Award for the last four consecutive years - for our products and customer service. 

• Are you keen to work with quality people and quality products?
• Do you enjoy end-to-end store operations as part of a broader shop network?
• Would you like to add value to the community you live in?

About Us

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Paint has grown to become Australia’s largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Integrity, Respect plus Listening and Learning are reflected in everything we do.

A day in the life... (and yet no two days are the same)

• Operate and supervise all activities within the store
• Implement measures to achieve budgeted store sales and profit contribution;
• Manage store budget (incl. variable expenses such as labour, sales vs. budget, inventory and profit margins)\
• Build strong relationships with new and existing trade and retail customers and grow sales.  
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards;
• Focus on customer satisfaction through enablement of product and store experiences.
• Roster and manage your team through regular feedback, motivation, coaching and development
• Provide a safe working environment and ensuring all staff adhere to safe working procedures;
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

You can fill these boots with....

• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a trusting team. 
• Self-motivation with a strong desire to succeed;
• Ability to develop strong internal and external relationships via strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Confidence and organisational skills to delegate tasks and roles effectively 
• Proficient use of IT and Systems to support your everyday work
• Know-how in crafting memorable and consistent customer moments;
• Experience servicing both trade and retail customers and growing a business;
• Appreciation to follow and drive procedures and processes;
• Demonstrated financial and strong business acumen i.e. understanding of P&L reports; inventory management, rostering and controlling expenses;
• An unencumbered driver's licence and the capacity to perform manual tasks e.g. lifting of 15 litre cans of paint
• Ability to effectively handle conflict and work under pressuring timelines.  

Your extra primer could be:

• Paint/surface coating industry knowledge would be advantageous.
• Colour and design choices expertise

Confidence in our skills sometimes has us second guess our suitability, we strongly encourage you to apply if you think this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and learn to fill these boots. After all a growth mindset is what helps us keeping our skills relevant. 

How Haymes Paint has got you covered:

• Proudly family-owned and operated Australian business that's grown to be a national leader - and is still expanding! .
• Commercial oversight and business skills to suit a national leader without losing sight of what makes that success possible - our team.
• A flexible and supportive working culture, to ensure you receive a healthy work/life balance. 
• Employee Wellbeing programs and access to coaching and counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Committed to ensuring each member of the team has the opportunity to grow with the business, it shouldn't be surprising that Haymes Paint has fantastic employee retention, as we genuinely invest in each individual and encourage new ideas to help us innovate.
• The successful candidate will be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package supplemented by an inclusive and skilled team.
• Staff Discount on personal use purchases for employee or their direct family members and friends.
• Ongoing training available - on product range, for personal development, career opportunities and advancement

Please apply by including a recent resume and responding to the selection questions. Applications will close on Monday 6 June 2022, 12.00 pm.

For further information about the role or for a confidential discussion contact Regional Stores Operations Manager, Adrian Paff on 0477 883 994 or alternatively reach out to Recruitment Manager, Janina Isted on 0499 423 855.