Assistant Store Manager - Macpac Petone

About the role

Macpac Petone is seeking an Assistant Store Manager who can help drive store growth while leading from the shop floor. This is a hands-on position in a busy adventure retail environment with a strong team culture and a loyal customer base.

The role suits either an existing Assistant Store Manager or a Supervisor who is ready to step up. If you’ve managed teams of five or more people, enjoy visual merchandising, and are motivated by a fast-moving retail setting, this opportunity could be a strong fit.

Petone offers a lively store environment where each day brings different challenges and opportunities. It is a good match for someone who wants to build a retail career while contributing to a high-performing team.

What you’ll do

• Support the Store Manager in lifting sales performance and keeping the store running efficiently.
• Help create a positive, upbeat workplace and lead the team by example.
• Coach and train team members to improve service and sales results.
• Drive floor activity and support the team in meeting targets.
• Assist with visual merchandising, stock management, health and safety, and store security.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a management or supervisory role.
• Strong customer service standards and a willingness to lead from the front.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and guide a team.
• Confidence in training, sales leadership, and performance delivery.
• Practical experience with merchandising, stock control, workplace safety, and security processes.
• A genuine interest in the outdoors or travel is preferred; prior knowledge of outdoor apparel and gear is helpful but not required.

Working pattern and offer

The roster runs from Tuesday to Saturday. The role includes a competitive salary, weekly pay, and the potential to earn bonuses based on performance.

Benefits

• Significant employee discounts across Supercheap Auto and Macpac.
• Free staff parking.
• Strong work-life balance and group-wide career development opportunities.
• An inclusive and supportive workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and recognition of achievement.
• Wellbeing support, including access to 24/7 help through the Sonder app.
• Access to corporate rates on travel, fitness, insurance, entertainment, and other services, plus team discounts through the Perks Program.
• Generous parental leave available from day one for both primary and secondary carers.

Additional information

This vacancy has been created because of an internal promotion. The employer is part of one of Australasia’s largest retail groups, which owns well-known brands including BCF, Macpac, Supercheap Auto, and rebel.

The business is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports, promotes, and celebrates diversity.