Department Managers

Bunnings

. Manage ongoing daily operations, sales and high-volume stock management within the specialist department .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeMunno Para West • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing a large team, ensuring safety compliance, and driving sales performance through effective merchandising and stock management. Capable of fostering team engagement and delivering exceptional customer service in a high-volume retail environment.

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Team LeadershipSales Performance ManagementSafety ComplianceMerchandising StrategyCustomer Experience Improvement

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Hard Skills

Stock ManagementSales Metrics MonitoringRosteringLoss PreventionRetail Fundamentals

Soft Skills

Team EngagementCoachingInfluencingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Retail IndustryCustomer-Focused OrganisationHigh-Volume SalesSafety CulturePerformance Conversations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage ongoing daily operations, sales and high-volume stock management within the specialist department
Work closely with fellow Department Managers across Service, Inside the Home, Builders and Lifestyles & Garden
Report directly to the Operations Manager and Complex Manager
Lead a team of 20+ team members and maintain an engaged and safe work environment
Perform duty manager responsibilities, including opening and closing the store on weekdays and weekends
Build team capability in Best Experience, Safety Culture and compliance
Manage team engagement, performance and recognition
Roster and strategically plan the team to deliver the service promise
Drive department sales through merchandising and monitoring key metrics
Action customer feedback to improve the end-to-end customer experience
Own department stock accuracy, including adjustments, replenishment discipline and loss prevention
Monitor and measure customer service levels
Liaise with Merchandising, Store Leadership, Health and Safety and suppliers
Participate in online chat interview, online video interview and onsite meet and greet as part of the recruitment process

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be age 15 or over to apply
Previous experience leading teams in the retail industry or a large, high-volume customer-focused organisation
Experience leading teams with a focus on safety and wellbeing and specialist products preferred
Ability to lead and inspire a large team of 20+ through engagement, coaching and teamwork
Strong leadership and influencing skills
Ability to champion a safe and secure environment and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Experience opening and closing the store and supporting smooth trade across weekdays and weekends
Ability to build team capability through clear expectations, performance conversations and recognition
Ability to deliver service through effective rostering and planning
Understanding of retail fundamentals, including merchandising, sales performance, stock accuracy, availability and loss prevention
Ability to work a minimum of 1 in 3 weekends and some public holidays
Background checks may be required, including police, employment, medical and qualification checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks
Free standard OnePass membership
Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
Annual festive gifts
Discounted food and drinks at Bunnings Cafe
Travelling store team member opportunities
Career development and progression opportunities
Adjustments and support for applicants who need them