ABOUT RIP CURL:

Rip Curl is a brand for, and about, the crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support, and the values we strive to uphold… this is all part of the Search that Rip Curl is on.
Rip Curl – The Ultimate Surfing Company.
About the role…
An epic opportunity exists for an experienced and highly motivated full-time Retail Store Manager to manage our Bondi Beach store!

Our iconic Bondi Beach store will be undergoing renovations from early August and re-opening mid September 2025, work across from the beach and in a brand new store! Duties include;

• Ensuring the overall profitable operation and management of the store
• Ensure sales targets are met
• Reporting results as required
• Managing rosters, recruitment and development
• Leading from example providing customer’s with the ultimate Rip Curl customer experience
• With the support of your Regional Manager and wider People team you will be passionate about training and coaching your crew to ensure succession planning opportunities within your store and wider KMD Brands network
• Opportunity to work and train at a nearby store whilst the reno is being completed!

What we are searching for…

We are searching for a crew member that is looking to take on more responsibility, or looking to join The Search and our incredible global retail crew. To be considered you will;

• Have demonstrated successful experience in retail management
• Enjoy driving sales to meet targets and motivate your crew to hit these together
• Be someone who prides themselves on delivering great customer service
• Have an affinity with surfing and the board riding lifestyle and to be able to provide this lifestyle to our local and travelling customers

How to apply…
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands
At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.
We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone.
We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the lands on which we live and work — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia, and Māori peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us.
Join us in shaping a workplace where everyone belongs.
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• Ensuring the overall profitable operation and management of the store
• Ensure sales targets are met
• Reporting results as required
• Managing rosters, recruitment and development
• Leading from example providing customer’s with the ultimate Rip Curl customer experience
• With the support of your Regional Manager and wider People team you will be passionate about training and coaching your crew to ensure succession planning opportunities within your store and wider KMD Brands network
• Opportunity to work and train at a nearby store whilst the reno is being completed