Who we are :
Jardan is a family-owned Australian design and manufacturing business with a desire to redefine contemporary Australian living. With a strong reputation for beautifully crafted products, we drive the simple mission of making beautiful pieces for people’s homes with a sustainable and responsible approach.
Steering away from the conventional layout, our showrooms are carefully curated with each setting thoughtfully designed to awaken creativity and evoke the familiar sense of home. Each space is a direct translation of how the furniture, homewares, art and lighting can exist in unison. From humble beginnings with only eight staff, we have now grown to a team nationwide of over 220 today.
What we are looking for :
We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Assistant Showroom Manager to join our Brisbane Showroom. Reporting to the Showroom Manager, you’ll support the day-to-day leadership of our showroom, inspire a small retail team, and help create an exceptional experience for every customer who walks through our doors. This role works to a set roster, including one weekend day. Part-time applications will be considered for the right candidate.
What the role entails :
- Contribute to establishing and growing retail sales to achieve personal and team budgets
- Assist in engaging and motivating the team to achieve performance and development goals
- Attend calendared sales meetings, as set by the National Sales and Development Manager
- Assist with reviewing weekly activity reports and respond to management as required
- Maintain awareness of market trends, an understanding of forthcoming customer initiatives and continually monitor local competitors
- Day to day fielding of customer enquiries, quoting, and follow up
- Build warm and professional relationships with all visitors including retail clients, Architects and Designers
- Take a leadership role in championing new initiatives to improve business and grow sales
- Assist in the development of sales budgets in consultation with peers and management
- Assist in the roll out of Marketing and VM initiatives from HQ
- Ensure the showroom meets VM guidelines at all times
- Assist People and Culture with the recruitment of new staff and training and performance management, as required
- Contribute to the process of performance reviews
- Conduct regular analysis of sales figures and staff performance
- Ensure standards for customer service are met
What you will bring :
- A genuine appreciation for thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and Australian-made products
- Experience in a premium retail or showroom environment, ideally within furniture or interiors
- Strong sales acumen with a track record of achieving and exceeding targets
- A natural ability to build meaningful, long-term relationships with clients
- A calm, considered approach to sales, focused on understanding lifestyle and space
- A strong eye for detail, styling, and spatial awareness
- Confidence leading a team with empathy, clarity, and a hands-on mindset
- A collaborative approach and strong communication skills
- Organised and proactive, with the ability to balance people, product, and process
- An appreciation for sustainability and timeless design
- Flexibility to support the rhythm of retail, including weekends
What we provide :
We are proud of our people what their individual talents are, and we reward our people right from the very beginning. We will provide you with:
- Beautiful work spaces
- A great team environment who all work as one
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- A competitive bonus scheme
- Generous staff discounts on both furniture and homewares
- Refer a friend payment incentive on applicable roles
- Ongoing development and training opportunities
How to apply:
Please email your resume to our People and Culture team, at jobs@jardan.com.au
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Jardan acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this showroom is located. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities.
