Shop Manager - Mentone

Make a real differenceBe part of one of Victoria’s leading not-for-profits and help create meaningful change in the community every day.Location: MentoneWork type: Full-time, OngoingSchedule: Monday to Friday 8:45am to 5:15pmHourly rate: $33.99 base rate + Tax reducing salary packageA little bit about youYou are a truly inspirational leader who is well regarded for their communication skills and their ability to coach and mentor their team. Great at visual merchandising? Love achieving results? Want to make your shop an amazing place for our dedicated volunteers? If you have answered yes, this could be a truly great opportunity for you to make a significant impact. More specifically you will have:A real passion for delivering incredible customer serviceRetail management experience with a real focus on peopleProven retail apparel sales experience with a drive to succeed and achieve resultsAbility to manage competing priorities, tasks and overall expectationsA “Can do” proactive attitude and positive team spiritGood computer skillsA current driver's licence (mandatory)About the roleWe are currently seeking a retail superstar to lead a diverse team of volunteers in our Mentone shop! You will lead a team of staff and volunteers who are just as passionate about giving back to their communities as you will be! A hive of activity, this shop is offering a unique opportunity for you to contribute to your local community by growing sales, coaching your budding retail heroes and, in turn, bringing in much needed funds to one of Victoria's leading not-for-profit organisations!Key responsibilitiesLeading our volunteer team to deliver a memorable experience with our customersStriving for, meeting and beating sales targetsTraining and supporting our dedicated team of volunteersPerform the physical demands of the role, including standing/walking for extended periods, safely moving loaded cages, bales and furniture and lifting/carrying items up to 15kgWhy join Vinnies?Not for profit salary packaging – increases your take-home pay Make an impact – support over 300,000 Victorians each year Flexible work options – including hybrid opportunities (where applicable)Supportive culture – family-friendly and values-driven Purpose-led work – contribute to social justice every dayAbout usFor more than 170 years the St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria has been providing practical and compassionate support to people across Victoria who are doing it tough, whether that's struggling to put food on the table, pay for essentials, keep children at school, or keep a roof over their head. We help people from crisis through to rebuilding their lives with stability, dignity and hope. We believe every human life has inherent worth. The St Vincent de Paul Society and its wide network of members and volunteers provide practical frontline support, advocacy and friendship for the most vulnerable members of our community. Key services include home visitation; Vinnies Shops; youth programs; soup vans; assistance for asylum seekers and refugees; education and tutoring; and professional accommodation and health services through VincentCare and community and social housing through VincentCare Community Housing. The St Vincent de Paul Society in Victoria has more than 11,000+ members and volunteers. Internationally, the Society operates in 149 countries and more than 950,000 members. Want to know more?www.vinnies.org.au/vicLinkedIn – Vinnies Victoria @VinniesVictoriaHow to applyWant the full details? Click apply below and you'll be taken to this job ad on our careers website, where you'll find a link to the full Position Description.If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.Please submit:Your CV A short cover letter outlining your suitability Applications close: 26th October 2026Please note: applications will be reviewed as they are received and the role may close earlier. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Important informationPre-employment checks are required (including National Police Check, Working With Children Check and right to work) We are committed to child safety We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all backgroundsNo agencies please. Where good happens #Goodworks