The Opportunity
Ready to take the next step in your retail leadership career?We're looking for an experienced Assistant Store Manager who is eager to step into a Store Manager position and make their mark. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of your own store, lead a passionate team, and drive both customer experience and commercial success.At Universal Store, we're passionate about developing future leaders. Success in this role can open the door to further career progression, including opportunities to lead larger stores and expand your leadership experience across the business.
The successful candidate will work a Tuesday–Saturday roster, including late‑night trade.

Responsibilities

Lead day‑to‑day store operations with a strong and visible floor presence

Inspire, coach, and develop a large, diverse team to build future leaders

Deliver outstanding customer experiences in line with Universal Store service standards

Drive sales performance and store profitability through strong cost and productivity management

Manage rostering, budgets, and scheduling to achieve business and payroll targets

Maintain visual merchandising, presentation standards, and overall store efficiency

Recruit, train, and support team members through clear, honest, and constructive feedback

Uphold and role‑model Universal Store’s values, culture,



and brand expectations

Skills and Experience

Strong retail background with hands‑on experience across both shop floor and stockroom

Proven experience as a Store Manager, leading medium to large teams

A warm, energetic communicator who leads with positivity and purpose

Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing workplace

High attention to detail with a strong understanding of retail profitability

Proven success in achieving and exceeding sales targets

Confident in delivering feedback and communicating effectively at all levels

We Offer

A business that genuinely invests in your growth and career pathway

Comprehensive technical and leadership development

A strong and supportive team culture

Generous staff discounts and favourable rosters

A workplace where your ideas, creativity, and input are valued

Our Values

Care for Everyone

Here to Help

Make It Work

Better Than Good

Contribute

Apply Now
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and grow with a passionate, fashion‑focused team, apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
No agency enquiries. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Store Manager - Wetherill Park
🏢 Universal Store
📍 Wetherill Park