Stores Area Manager - VIC North/ACT

Bendigo The Salvation Army

Posted 2 days ago

Number of Positions Available: 1

Permanent | Full-Time | Based at Whip Court Salvos Store, Bendigo

Lead With Purpose. Make an Impact Every Day.

Salvos Stores is looking for a passionate and experienced Area Manager to lead a network of retail stores across VIC North/ACT areas. Based in the Greater Bendigo region, with your office located at Whip Court Salvos Store, Bendigo, this permanent full-time opportunity offers the chance to combine strong retail leadership with purpose-driven work that helps transform lives and strengthen communities.

At Salvos Stores, every item sold funds life-changing programs run by The Salvation Army. Our retail model is dynamic--no two days (or donations!) are ever the same. As an Area Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in empowering store teams, improving community outcomes, and ensuring exceptional in-store experiences for customers and donors alike.

What You'll Do

- Inspire, coach, and develop a passionate team of Store Managers, paid staff, and volunteers.
- Collaborate with the Regional Manager to align area performance with national strategy.
- Lead your area to meet key KPIs--sales, surplus, safety, and service—including eCommerce-related goals.
- Champion operational excellence,



merchandising standards, and a "safety-first" culture.
- Analyse and act on business reports to drive strong commercial and social results.
- Manage new store openings, refurbishments, and store transitions.
- Proactively recruit and retain volunteers and employees across all locations.

About You

- Demonstrated success in multi-site retail management.
- Excellent people leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire teams through change.
- Robust commercial acumen and confidence with business reporting.
- A hands-on approach and a heart for community impact.
- Aligned with our mission and values: integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity.
- Diploma in Retail, Business or Management (desirable).
- Valid driver’s licence (essential).

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We value our people and offer meaningful benefits, including:

- Not-for-profit salary packaging ($15,900 tax free + $2,650 meals/entertainment)
- Car Allowance options
- Flexible/hybrid work arrangements
- Up to 8 weeks of leave annually via our purchased leave scheme
- Staff discount at Salvos Stores
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Up to 5 days paid volunteer leave

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