Collins Booksellers is looking for an experienced bookseller to lead our Moonee Ponds store.This is an opportunity for someone who loves books, understands bookselling and enjoys creating a welcoming bookshop that reflects its local community.
You will lead the store's day-to-day operations, support and develop the team, and take ownership of its sales performance and customer experience.Key responsibilities include:Leading, supporting and developing the store teamDelivering knowledgeable, friendly and personalised customer serviceDriving sales and monitoring the store's financial performanceManaging rosters, staffing levels and day-to-day store operationsOverseeing stock selection, merchandising and inventory managementBuilding relationships with local customers, schools and community organisationsCoordinating author events, promotions and local marketing activitiesMaintaining high standards of presentation throughout the store Working closely with the Collins Booksellers Head Office teamAbout youPrevious experience working as a bookseller is essential.
You will also have:Robust knowledge of books and the Australian publishing industryLeadership or retail management experienceExcellent customer service and communication skillsThe ability to motivate and develop a teamSound commercial judgement and an understanding of retail performanceStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesA genuine interest in connecting a bookshop with its local community Confidence using retail systems and standard business softwareYou will be a hands-on manager who is equally comfortable recommending a book, helping a team member, reviewing store performance or preparing the shop for a busy trading period.Collins Booksellers is an Australian-owned bookselling group with a proud history extending over 100 years.
Our stores are locally focused, and we believe a successful bookshop should reflect and contribute to the community it serves.If you are an experienced bookseller ready to take the next step, or an established bookshop manager looking for a current chance, we would love to hear from you.
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