Trainee Store Manager - Albury

About Harris Farm Markets and the Role

Harris Farm Markets thrives on leadership fueled by passion for people, fresh products, and exceptional customer experience. We're seeking a dedicated retail leader to support and lead a high-energy team in our flagship store based in Albury, New South Wales. This role offers the chance to learn all aspects of managing a Harris Farm store—from hands-on floor duties to detailed store metrics.

As a Trainee Store Manager, you'll collaborate closely with the Store Manager to guide the team, ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain a smoothly functioning store that's always well-stocked and appealing. Our role involves immersive, practical training covering team leadership, staff rostering, merchandising, and regulatory compliance. The position features a formal training program with clear performance milestones, consistent mentoring, and frequent feedback from senior retail leaders aimed at shaping you into a top-tier store manager. Rather than desk work, expect to be on the shop floor, deeply engaged in daily operations according to Harris Farm standards.

If you are relocating to Albury for this opportunity, you'll benefit from a relocation package that reimburses moving expenses and provides temporary accommodation assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in motivating the team to meet customer satisfaction (NPS), employee engagement (eNPS), sales targets, and financial goals including wage and margin control.
• Contribute to generating cost-effective staff rosters to ensure smooth store operations.
• Maintain store presentation with fresh, abundant merchandise and promote weekly specials effectively.
• Uphold food safety, workplace safety, and compliance standards, while aiding injured employees’ return to work.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and nurturing new talent within the Harris Farm team.

Candidate Profile and Experience

• Previous retail or hospitality leadership experience, ideally involving team supervision.
• Genuine enthusiasm for fresh food, particularly fruits and vegetables.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities including people and product in a fast-paced setting effectively.

Personal Qualities

• Ambitious to develop into a broader leadership position.
• Team-oriented approach, valuing collective success over individual credit.
• Emotionally intelligent communication skills, understanding team dynamics.

The Harris Farm Approach

We embody three key values:
🔥 Hungry - Always seeking personal and team improvement.
🤝 Humble - Acknowledging team contributions with no egos.
💡 Smart - Conveying messages thoughtfully and understanding impact.

Benefits and Compensation

• Relocation support including moving costs and temporary accommodation.
• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
• 25% employee discount applicable to you and one family member.
• Structured on-the-job training program with progress evaluation every six months by senior management.
• A positive values-driven workplace where contributions are recognized.
• Opportunity to cultivate a rewarding career within a family-owned company established since 1971.

Additional Information

This salaried role corresponds with the General Retail Industry Award 2020 (MA000004) Level 6 for benchmarking purposes. Harris Farm Markets adheres strictly to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and the National Employment Standards (NES). Candidates are encouraged to consult fairwork.gov.au for current award rates.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Even if you don’t meet every criterion, if you feel you could thrive as a Harris Farmer, please reach out to us.