Department Manager at Bunnings – Esperance, WA, AU
Role Seniority:
mid level
What's in it for you
Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
Free standard OnePass membership
Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
We're genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build
About the role
As a Department Manager you will demonstrate a high level of energy and a real passion for leading a diverse team in a fast-paced retail environment.
Your work will provide meaningful contribution in the achievement to the day-to-day coaching of teams to drive business performance outcomes. Creating memorable experiences for our customers is something you focus on every day.
Your store will be your pride and joy – you'll use visual merchandising to your best advantage, aligning this to store marketing plans.
This role will involve some public holiday and weekend work.
What's involved
Lead a team of direct reports
Set an example of best service and support the team to deliver friendly and helpful advice to customers
Coach the team on the right service behaviours
Assist with inducting and training the team
Ensure that merchandising standards fit with business requirements
Who we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will have previous retail leadership experience, leading a department or similar, an individual with a strong passion for customer service and merchandising standards.
This role is results-focused, therefore the ability to achieve results by working closely with your team is a must and you are approachable and confident when interacting with team and customers.
You'll need
Previous experience supervising a team in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to coach and develop others, providing feedback and getting the best out of a team
Ability to be on your feet assisting with customers across a wide range of retail hours
Hold an open, honest, and respectful communication style
Have an eagerness to learn about new products.
Application Process
Submit an application and complete an online chat interview (20 minutes)
If successful, next step includes an online video interview (15 minutes)
If you're a match, we'll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders (30 minutes)
About us
Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.
At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we're here to inspire people to have a red hot go Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you're ready to have a go, apply today.
Our Culture
We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.
Legal and compliance
Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.
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Key Responsibilities
? Leading a team
? Coaching the team
? Ensuring merchandising standards
Key Strengths
? Retail leadership experience
? Coaching and development
? Customer service
?? Visual merchandising
? Communication skills
? Eagerness to learn
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