Store Manager at Liquorland - Grow in Retail Leadership in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This Store Manager role at Liquorland (Coles Group) represents a solid mid-level retail leadership opportunity with one of Australia's largest and most established retail conglomerates. Here's what career-minded candidates should know:
Compensation context: No salary is listed, but Liquorland Store Manager roles in regional NSW typically range from AUD 60,000–75,000 per annum including superannuation, which is broadly in line with market rates for retail store management at this level in Australia.
Career development signals:
- Coles Group is a major employer with genuine internal mobility — progression to Area Manager, Operations roles, or corporate retail functions is a realistic path.
- The role develops high-demand skills: P&L accountability, team leadership, inventory management, and compliance (RSA), all transferable across FMCG and hospitality sectors.
- Liquor product knowledge is a niche credential that can open doors to supplier-side roles, brand management, or hospitality management.
Culture signals: The description emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, and recognition programs, which are positive indicators of a structured HR culture typical of large ASX-listed companies. The 'mythanks' platform and share plan suggest investment in employee engagement.
Watch out for: Retail management often involves weekend and public holiday work, which can affect work-life balance. The role is full-time with fixed physical hours — flexibility is limited. Ensure the roster structure is discussed clearly at interview stage.
Overall, a green flag for those building a retail management career within a stable, large-format corporate environment.
We're Liquorland — a working day here is as varied as the range of local and imported brands you'll offer customers. From small everyday moments among the team to larger-scale changes unique to a business like ours, as a Leader, you'll see the impact of your work connecting to customers and the communities we serve.
About The Role
Can you tell an Ale from a Lager, or a Merlot from a Shiraz? Or just excited to dive into the world of fantastic liquor brands that serves the nation? Join Liquorland as a Store Manager and take your retail leadership to the next level with one of Australia's leading liquor retailers.
As a Store Manager, you'll display your flair for creating eye-catching stock setups, energize your team, and foster a friendly atmosphere for customers. With your background in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods environment (retail, hospitality, or customer-facing roles), you'll build genuine connections that ensure every customer leaves with a smile.
Join our supportive team that's all about creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone.
About You And Your Skills
- You have experience in fast-paced retail, hospitality or customer-facing environments and want to learn about our products and grow with us
- You're social, enjoy chatting with people, and are all about delivering an awesome customer experience
- You're great at admin tasks like payroll, rostering, managing liquor inventory, and ensuring everything remains well-organised and visually appealing in the store
- Hitting store goals and boosting sales gets you excited
- You have an RSA certification, or are willing to obtain one if you don't
What's In It For You?
- More cash staying in your pocket: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. Additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year, plus hotdeals exclusive to team members for additional savings.
- Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform 'mythanks'. Accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
- Product exposure: Step up your liquor knowledge through learning modules that include exclusive product discounts and giveaways to team members, and regular in-store supplier visits and tastings with first looks at new release items.
- Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you'll have experiences, exposure, and education to grow. Discover a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
- Investment in your future: Become a part-owner of the Coles Group. Our annual team member share plan allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
- Paid parental leave: We offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
About The Recruitment Process
We're continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the 'Our Recruitment Process' section of our careers site or email [email protected]
Job ID: 193834 | Employment Type: Full time
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