Global Vision Recruitment on behalf of Del Hotel Pty Ltd T/A The Sopo Brewing Company Date Posted: October 09, 2026 Position: Retail Manager

Salary:
$80,000 to $85,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation Employment Type: Full-Time Hours: 38 hours per week

Location:
146 Scarborough St, Southport QLD 4215 Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of relevant retail or hospitality management experience About the Business The Sopo Brewing Company operates in the hospitality and beverage industry. The business is seeking a capable Retail Manager to oversee the operations of its separate liquor retail shop, specialising in the sale of packaged beer, wine and spirits. The shop aims to provide customers with a suitable range of alcoholic beverages, reliable product availability and helpful customer service.

About the Role
The Retail Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the liquor retail shop, including product selection, purchasing, stock control, pricing, sales, staff supervision and regulatory compliance. The successful applicant will ensure the shop operates efficiently while maintaining appropriate retail standards and meeting its sales and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
• Determine the range of packaged beer, wine, spirits and other retail products to be stocked, considering customer demand, seasonal trends and sales performance.
• Manage stock levels, monitor product availability and arrange replenishment to ensure popular products remain adequately stocked.
• Coordinate purchasing activities, liaise with suppliers, negotiate pricing and delivery arrangements, and assess new products for inclusion in the retail range.
• Establish retail prices, manage product promotions and implement sales strategies to support revenue growth and competitiveness.
• Oversee the presentation and merchandising of liquor products, ensuring shelves, displays and promotional areas are organised and properly maintained.




• Provide customer service and product information, assisting customers with selecting suitable beverages and explaining product characteristics where required.
• Monitor daily sales, stock movements, inventory records and financial transactions, ensuring accurate business reporting.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, monitor expenses and review sales performance against business targets.
• Recruit, train, supervise and coordinate retail staff, including allocating duties, preparing work schedules and monitoring performance.
• Oversee daily shop operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, customer enquiries and stocktaking.
• Ensure compliance with applicable liquor licensing laws, responsible service of alcohol requirements, age-verification procedures and restrictions on the sale of alcohol.
• Maintain workplace health and safety standards, store security and appropriate procedures for the handling and storage of retail products. Qualification
• Tertiary qualification in Business Management, Hospitality Management, Retail Management or a related field. Skills and Requirements
• Minimum 1 year experience in retail management, preferably within a liquor store, bottle shop or beverage retail setting.
• Experience managing staff, stock, purchasing, customer service and day-to-day business operations.
• Strong operational management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of stock control, purchasing, pricing and sales performance.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train and roster staff.
• Financial awareness and the ability to monitor costs and support business profitability.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety and relevant hospitality compliance requirements.

How to Apply
If you have the management experience, organisational skills and customer-focused approach required to oversee the daily operations of Sopo Brewing, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your detailed resume and a cover letter demonstrating your relevant qualifications and experience.

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