Regional Manager - Victoria

Regional Manager - VIC

We are Strand. The unshakeable House of Fashion Travel, going places since 1927. We are doers;
creators, innovators, and curators of new beginnings.

Formerly known as Strandbags, we are Australia's leading handbag and luggage retailer with a fast-evolving network of 260+ stores - and this is only the beginning. Through innovation and a first-movers approach, we are shaping a global company that drives innovation and opportunities.

Our unique team has a rich history of experiences that make up who we are today. We are a collective of experts who are constantly evolving, soaring out of our comfort zone, and have a thirst to engage and inspire people with the stories, initiatives, and direction that bring out the best in themselves and others.

We are looking for a like-minded, high-performing Regional Manager, who is inspirational at every level!

If you want to join a strong team culture that is passionate about what we do, then look no further. There is no better time than now to join a growing and expanding business.

What's in It for you!

Amazing culture built through our company Values

Regularly collaborate with your Regional Manager peers across Vic/Tas

Career growth and investment in your development through 1:
1 coaching

Clear development path for your next steps

Incentive program

Yearly conferences

Supportive leader

40% staff discount on all store products

Birthday leave

Employee referral incentive scheme

Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

What you will be doing !

You will play a pivotal role in driving sales, guaranteeing operational effectiveness, and nurturing a culture of exceptional performance within the designated region. Your responsibilities encompass serving as a brand representative, embodying the brand's core values, and consistently providing an exceptional in-store experience to every customer. As a frontrunner, you will provide guidance, inspiration, and direction to teams, fostering high engagement, optimising sales, and upholding cost-effectiveness and efficiency standards.

Your key accountability areas

• Visit all stores in your region regularly;
  review sales, KPIs, store standards and opportunities, ensuring productive feedback is provided.
• Manage all stores' controllable expenses in line with budgets assigned in the P&
  L to achieve profit budgets.
• Ensure efficient operation of your stores to achieve optimal results in sales targets, KPI's, store presentation, visual merchandising, stock levels, wage control and shrinkage
• Champion a customer-centric approach, ensuring that every customer receives exceptional service.
• Generate and analyse reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), translating data insights into actionable strategies.
• Regularly present updates, recommendations, and performance insights to senior management.
• Oversee accurate implementation of national promotions, always maintaining high Visual Merchandising (VM) to brand guidelines.
• Optimise-based rostering in line with the General Retail Award, managing the wage budget
• Adhering to VM standards, shrinkage action plans &
  inventory control
• Take ownership of recruiting, onboarding, training and developing top talent.
• Own the training and induction of all Store Management roles for your region
• Identify training needs and provide coaching and development opportunities for store teams.

Who are you?

• 5+ years' experience in a Regional, State or National multi-site role. Preferable in a retail environment
• Exceptional ability to lead a team.
• Strong knowledge of the Retail Award and performance management processes.
• Proven ability to drive sales and build high performing teams.
• Previous experience in wage management and rostering.
• Strong knowledge of visual merchandising principals.
• Highly motivating and influential.
• High achiever who is driven to succeed.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to be agile and think on your feet.

If you are looking for a standout organisation that is striving to new heights, apply now!