Store Manager (Head Coach) - Canberra
About the role
Introduction:
Our retail footprint is expanding, and our Canberra store needs a high-impact leader to step in as Head Coach. This isn't just a regular retail store manager role - this is your shot to take full ownership of the business, build and develop a high-performing team that lives and breathes our culture, and turn our retail floor into a thriving community movement.
We’re looking for someone who is ready to dive straight into our values, lead from the front, and fast-track their retail career while keeping fitness, people development, and community at the heart of everything they do.
Description:
Benefits and perks
Be part of a founder-led brand going global, with a culture that values innovation and community.
Base salary above the usual retail gig, plus an exciting bonus program.
A creative, fast-paced environment where good ideas move fast.
Generous team discounts on LSKD gear, plus exclusive brand partner perks.
Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and fitness event reimbursements.
Real professional development: workshops, multi-day leadership sessions, vision coaching, and access to our LSKD Audible book library.
Fitness initiatives built into the job: we get out and train together as a team regularly!
How you'll make moves
Build & Develop Your Team: Grow a world-class team, including guiding your Deputy Coaches and Educators. You’ll champion a "people-first" development mindset and create an inclusive environment where everyone thrives
Own the Community: Build and roll out a strategic, fun quarterly plan of in-store events and local studio activations that turn customers into lifelong brand advocates.
Coach & Inspire Daily: Run daily game plans and deliver real-time, constructive feedback that inspires the team to get 1% better every day.
Be the Product Expert: Master our entire range of fabrics, fits, and styles, ensuring your team has the deep knowledge to perfectly educate our community.
Lead the Business & Drive the Mission: Own store operations, execute our retail strategy, and drive your store's performance to consistently hit growth goals.
Set the Standard: Own the excellence of the store - from premium visual merchandising and flawless open/close routines to keeping the back-of-house organised and accountable.
Know Your Numbers: Analyse KPIs, track key metrics (AOV, UPT, Conversion), and deliver sharp business reflections with clear action plans for continuous improvement.
Skills and Experiences:
So what do you need to get the gig?
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The Ideal Team Player: Hungry, Humble, Smart.
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Retail Leadership Experience: A proven track record in retail management, leading teams, making sharp decisions, and thriving in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
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People-First Mentorship: A strong track record of developing people, coaching emerging leaders, and turning potential into high performance.
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Community Mindset: You live and breathe health and movement, and you love building genuine relationships both inside the store and out in the local fitness community.
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Business Smarts: You understand retail data (budgets, sales forecasts, KPIs) and know how to turn those numbers into actionable results.
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Resilient & Adaptable: You bring an above-the-line attitude, handle fast changes like a pro, and lead your team through challenges with confidence.
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An Everyday Athlete: You are passionate about health and movement in whatever way you love to sweat, authentically living the LSKD lifestyle.
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Availability: Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday, 38 hour roster
Why LSKD?
LSKD is an Australian-owned and operated, community-focused brand creating high-quality, functional sportswear with a street aesthetic. We move fast, challenge the status quo, and constantly evolve, inspired by a mindset of curiosity, creativity, and the drive to be 1% Better Every Day.
Join us and you’ll be part of a culture where your ideas matter, your work shapes the brand, and your contribution is part of something bigger.
Ready to change the game? Turn this application upside down: blow it out of the water and show us why you want to lead LSKD in Canberra!
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