Inspirations Paint is Australia's leading Paint Specialists Franchise Group, servicing both the retail and trade markets. A permanent full time position is currently available for a Paint Store Manager at the Emerald store. Inspirations Paint employees are part of Australia's largest network of paint stores, serving both retail (DIY) and trade (professional/commercial) markets in House, Automotive, Marine, Industrial, paint segments, as well as Spray and Blast.

Previous experience within the paint industry is preferred as the paint industry is a specialised industry and we pride ourselves on providing accurate and professional advice to our customers, both trade and retail.

The current hands-on position is available for immediate start for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a proven track record managing staff, generating sales and building customer relationships. You must be genuinely interested in people and their projects, with a strong work ethic and exceptional communication skills.

Above Award wages, uniform and ongoing training provided. Store hours are 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 12:30pm Saturday and you will be required to work between these hours on a weekly roster, with some flexibility with hours. You will be required to work Saturday mornings by rotation. The store is not open on Sunday or Public Holidays.

Responsibilities include:

Day to day management, coaching and motivating staff to meet KPIs

Driving sales results by building strong customer relationships

Providing exceptional customer service and accurate advice to both retail and trade customers

Tinting and mixing paint, colour advice and matching

Managing inventory and stock levels within the store

Store presentation and housekeeping

Workplace Health and Safety leadership

Experience / Attributes

Experience in trade and/or retail paint sales with a paint specialist or in a hardware environment is desirable

Experience with automotive and industrial paints

Demonstrated ability to manage and lead high performing staff

Honest, reliable and punctual

Able to problem solve and use lateral thinking

Able to contribute and lead while working in a team environment

Flexibility and willingness to assist in all areas of business

Forklift licence would be an advantage

This role requires heavy lifting up to 25kg

If you want to be part of a professional and dedicated team representing Australia’s leading Paint specialist stores, we would like to hear from you.