Canberra Deputy Coach (Retail Assistant Store Manager)

Introduction:
Our Canberra store is making moves, and we’re looking for a high-impact Deputy Coach (Assistant Store Manager) to step in and lead the floor.

This isn't just a regular retail manager role - this is your shot to partner with our Head Coach, develop a high-performing team that lives and breathes our culture, and turn our retail floor into a community movement.

You’ll be a vital leader for LSKD in the ACT. You won't just be managing a retail floor; you'll be driving business growth, leading daily operations, and fostering a community that shows up for more than just great fits.

Description:
How you'll make moves

Support & Drive the Mission: Work side-by-side with the Head Coach to manage the business, execute retail strategy, and hit your store's growth goals.
Create A Community: Help build and roll out a strategic, fun quarterly plan of in-store events and local studio activations that turn customers into brand advocates.
Build & Develop Your Team: Hand-pick, onboard, and develop a world-class team of Educators, creating an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.
Coach Your Team Daily: Run daily game plans and give 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, and ensure your team has the deep knowledge to educate our community authentically.
Set the Standard: Own the standard of the store - from premium visual merchandising and flawless open/close routines to keeping the back-of-house organised and accountable.
Know Your Numbers: Read your daily and weekly KPIs, track metrics like AOV, UPT, and conversion, and deliver sharp reflections with clear actions for improvement.

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 partner perks.
Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and fitness event reimbursements.
Real professional development - workshops, multi-day 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!

Skills and Experiences:
So what do you need to get the gig?

The Ideal Team Player: Hungry, Humble, Smart.
Retail Leadership Experience: A proven track record in retail operations, leading people, making quick decisions, and thriving in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
Community Mindset: You live and breathe health and movement, and you love building genuine relationships both inside the store and out in the fitness community.
Business Smarts: You quickly understand retail data (budgets, sales forecasts, KPIs) and know how to turn those numbers into actionable results.
Resilient & Adaptable: You bring an above-the-line attitude, handle fast changes like a pro, and recover quickly from setbacks.
Availability: This role is full-time, working a Sunday to Thursday 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 be part of Australia's fastest-growing activewear brand!