Introduction: Store Manager - Albion Park
Full-time | choose your roster | love where you work
Ready to lead a store where style, people and performance come together?
This is more than a Store Manager role.
It's an opportunity to take ownership of a key Early Settler store, lead an amazing team and help customers create homes they genuinely love.
We're looking for an energetic, commercially driven leader who loves being on the shop floor, developing people and turning great customer conversations into outstanding results.
You'll have the freedom to make an impact, the support to grow and a beautiful product range that makes coming to work feel a little more inspiring.
Who are we?
At Early Settler, we believe there's no place like home.
Since ****, we've been helping Australians and New Zealanders create spaces that feel stylish, comfortable and beautifully their own.
Our furniture and homewares bring together quality, affordability and considered design for real homes and real life.
From the statement pieces that transform a room to the finishing touches that make it personal, we help customers create homes they truly love living in.
We're a growing, ambitious and people-led retailer.
What really sets us apart is not only our product, but the way our teams listen, inspire and help customers see what's possible.
Why join Early Settler?
Because this is a place where you can lead, grow and genuinely make your mark.
You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative business that values fresh thinking, backs its people and celebrates outstanding performance.
You'll have the opportunity to shape your store, build the capability of your team and contribute to the future of a well-loved Australian and New Zealand retail brand.
You'll also enjoy:
Generous team member discounts across our beautiful product rangeCareer and development opportunities across Australia and New ZealandWellbeing support to help you be at your bestRecognition for great work and great resultsA fun,



supportive and down-to-earth team environment
It's how we bring together the best of me and the best of we.
Description: The Opportunity
We're searching for an inspiring Store Manager to take the lead at our brand new Albion Park store.
Albion Park is one of our exciting new stores opening this year as we continue to grow our footprint across Australia.
That means this isn't an opportunity to simply step into an established store and maintain the status quo - it's a chance to start with a blank canvas and help shape what the store becomes.
From building your team and establishing the store culture, to creating an exceptional customer experience and driving commercial performance, you'll have the opportunity to put your own leadership stamp on the store from day one.
If you're someone who gets excited by building something, influencing the way a store operates and creating a high-performing team and culture from the ground up, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
What is the role?
As Store Manager of Albion Park, you'll take ownership of the store's performance, people, customer experience and day-to-day operations.
You'll set the pace, create clear expectations and build a team that is confident, knowledgeable and excited to deliver.
You'll be visible on the shop floor, coaching in the moment, connecting with customers and helping your team turn opportunities into results.
You'll bring our brand and values to life by:
Creating a warm, personal and inspiring customer experienceDriving sales, profit and key performance measuresBuilding product,



styling and selling capability across the teamCoaching customers through complete room solutions, not just individual productsConfidently using our full in-store and online range to meet customer needsMaintaining exceptional store presentation and operational standardsUsing performance insights to identify opportunities and take actionLeading with accountability while creating a positive and supportive culture
You'll Keep It Real, Add Value, Make It Personal, Be an Expert and Be Distinctive in the way you lead your team and your store.
Skills and Experiences: What's needed to succeed?
At least 3-5 years previous experience in a similar role in retail industryProven track record of achieving personal and store sales targets and KPIs through effective selling skills and leadershipPrevious experience with people management and ability to coach and lead a teamProven experience managing a retail store or high-volume department, including responsibility for end-to-end store operationsExperience with Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etcAble to confidently navigate and use a range of digital tools and systems (e.g., POS, web browsers, tablets, email, mobile apps) to support sales, customer communication and daily store operationsAs we are a furniture store, the role involves regular manual handling of products including lifting, carrying and moving items of varying sizes.
Applicants must be physically capable of safely performing these tasks as part of their daily duties.
Applicants must be a AU citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in Australia and therefore hold a valid visa.
We understand a lot of time and effort goes into applying for roles and we genuinely thank all applicants in advance.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident retail leader who is ready to step up, think commercially and create something special with their team.

📌 Store Manager (Wollongong)
🏢 Early Settler
📍 Wollongong