Job Description

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world.  

With our commitment to innovation, we are continuing to evolve our brand. Wilson has grown from being a sports equipment centered brand to surrounding the athlete in technical sportswear and footwear. Our retail stores lead with innovative sportswear, footwear, and a curated assortment of equipment that solves for the needs of the athlete. We are on the cutting edge of tennis sportswear that will carry you from the court to the clubhouse in style. 

About your role...

We’re looking for a driven Assistant Store Manager to work along side the store manager to lead our newly opening Sydney CBD store! This is our first store in the region and we look forward to bringing our sportswear to our Sydney customers.

As the Assistant Store Manager, you will be the right hand to our Store Manager to drive the success of the store’s business, elevate and develop the team, and initiate an exceptional community experience. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Attract, develop, and engage a team of committed Athlete Advisors (retail assistant), and Key Holders in engaging with and educating the racket community on world leading sportswear and equipment technology.
• You will build community by connecting through deep relationships within a newly established market, with a specific focus on the tennis community.
• Collaborate with your peers and support the team to drive unique product experiences within your community.
• Lead and execute effective and impactful visual merchandising of sportswear, footwear, and hard goods product.
• Help lead the full store operations experience with a deep commitment to the athlete and team member experience.
• Use Key Performance Indicator analytics as tools to drive your business forward with educated and informed decision making.
• Create strategy for business growth and team development.
• Consistently deliver on sales targets through strategic scheduling and coaching of your team.

What We're Looking For...

This role requires demonstrated management retail experience, including fashion or sportswear retail, and demonstrated ability to build long lasting, meaningful relationships with staff and customers. A passion for tennis or athleisurewear will ensure you resonate with our customers. You will also have;

• Proven success in developing team members and see opportunities to further engage with their development goals.
• Passion for delivering an exceptional consumer experience, every day.
• A love for solving the needs of every athlete who comes in your store.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Drive for a high level of autonomy and excel in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Bold ideas and pursue progress at every turn. 

What We’ll Provide...

  We offer an innovative, inclusive, and people-first environment with competitive benefits and perks, including:

• Kick start with Wilson gear provided.
• A generous team discount, not only with Wilson, but other affiliated brands with Amer Sports.
• Competitive salary and a great bonus scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistant Program to support your health & wellbeing.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Be part of a global business with great career pathways and opportunities across multiple brands.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!