Store Manager - NEW Toymate Preston

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for retail and team success? Join Toymate, one of Australia’s most exciting toy retailers, as a Store Manager and take charge of an energetic, customer-focused team.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves creating memorable customer experiences, and has a strong grasp of store operations. Reporting to the Area Manager and National Operations Manager, you’ll be empowered to lead your store to success - with the support of a dedicated Merchandise Manager (our internal title for Assistant Manager).

As a Store Manager, you’ll shape your store’s culture, drive commercial performance, and lead from the front.

🔑 What You’ll Do:

• Lead by example to achieve and exceed sales & KPI targets

• Motivate, coach & develop your team to success

• Create a fun, positive, customer-first culture

• Manage store profitability, budgets & expenses

• Maintain high visual merchandising & stock control standards

• Ensure compliance with safety, cash handling & company policies

• Recruit, onboard & develop talent, building your store’s future leaders

👤 About You:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a retail management role

• Passion for people leadership and team development

• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and KPIs

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• A hands-on, solution-focused leader who leads from the front

🎁 What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives

• Opportunities for career growth across stores and pathways into head office opportunities

• A supportive leadership team and collaborative culture

• Unique seasonal incentive programs (like our Xmas Bonus Program!)

• Staff discounts and team recognition initiatives

Toymate is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.