About the RoleStores Area Manager for The Salvation Army Australia.
This permanent full-time role leads a network of Salvos Stores across Northern Territory and far-north Queensland.
It combines retail leadership with purpose-driven work that transforms lives.At Salvos Stores, every item sold funds life-changing programs run by The Salvation Army.
As an Area Manager, you'll empower store teams, improve community outcomes, and ensure exceptional in-store experiences for customers and donors.What You'll DoInspire, 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 YouDemonstrated success in multi-site retail management.Excellent people leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire teams through change.Strong 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 UsNot-for-profit salary packaging ($15,900 tax free + $2,650 meals/entertainment)Tools of trade vehicle option & fuel cardFlexible/hybrid work arrangementsUp to 8 weeks of leave annually via our purchased leave schemeStaff discount at Salvos Stores12 weeks paid parental leaveUp to 5 days paid volunteer leaveHealth, fitness, and financial benefitsEmployee Assistance Program & Chaplaincy ServicesOngoing career development and internal promotion pathwaysA workplace culture that is inclusive, supportive, and purpose-drivenHow To ApplyIf you're excited by this opportunity and share our mission and values, apply via the link with your current CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the essential requirements of the role.Applications will close when a suitable candidate is secured.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and an inclusive work environment.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and from people of diverse cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions.
A Working with Children Check will be required for child-facing roles, and a nationally coordinated criminal history check is required for all roles.Other InformationSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Sales and Business DevelopmentIndustries: Non-profit Organizations
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