Geelong Grammar School is one of the worlds leading coeducational boarding and day schools offering exceptional education to all of its students from Early Learning to Year 12. Geelong Grammar School seeks to inspire its students and community to thrive and make a positive difference through its unique and transformational 2026 Geelong Grammar School will have three campuses following the transition of Bostock House to a purpose-built facility at our Corio Campus
We seek to appoint a energetic and experienced Retail Manager to this position (Tuesday to Friday 30 hours per week for 48 working weeks). This role will be responsible for managing the daily operations of 4 retail outlets (2 uniform shops print and book room and Timbertop Hike store) also the sewing and laundry room. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will commence on 11 January 2026.
About the role
An opportunity exists for a retail professional to take on a role which encompasses end to end Retail management responsibilities including delivery of Financial targets buying and merchandising for four Campuses
Key responsibilities
- Delivery of an Exceptional service experience for all community members purchasing uniform the Uniform shop often being the first point of contact with the School.
- Making purchasing decisions which ensure compliance with the Schools Sustainability commitments
- Managing supplier selection relationships negotiations purchasing and stock levels
- Collaborating with the Academic Office and managing and coordinating the supply of books and stationery
- Researching selecting and purchasing fit for purpose quality products.
- Managing and setting budgets setting prices and managing overall delivery of financial targets.
- Managing relevant sales and financial systems.
- Managing a team of staff - hire train and develop employees.
- Collaborating with the Uniform Committee to develop a timeless uniform with processes in place for change.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need :
- Extensive professional experience in Retail.
- Current Employee Working with Children Check and National Police Check
- A track record of outstanding management of day-to-day retail operations including management of human resources and delivery of financial goals.
- A motivated leader who thrives on creating and sustaining a climate of excellence inclusion trust and productivity.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant industry trends
- Thorough understanding of relevant compliance requirements
- Store Management experience
- Strong digital literacy skills
All staff play a crucial role in enhancing the resilience and wellbeing of every student and Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse.
The Schools Student Safeguarding Framework which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct is available on the GGS website under Student Safeguarding. The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards as applicable to their role. Any queries in respect of this Framework or the Schools expectations should be directed to.
For further details and / or to apply visit the employment page on our website : submit a cover letter CV and a document addressing key responsibilities in the Position Description.
Applications close at 10 : 00am on Friday 24 October 2025.
Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date.
Position Description - Retail Manager
Required Experience : Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Sales Experience
- Forklift
- Customer Service
- Store Management Experience
- Management Experience
- Retail Sales
- Merchandising
- Sales Management
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Retail Management
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Yearly Salary Salary : 89000 -
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