Careers
At Pace Athletic, we believe running is about more than just the miles - it’s about the feeling, the connection, and being an authentic retailer that runners can trust. We’re here to support every runner, from first-timers to seasoned athletes, by combining genuine expertise with a welcoming and inspiring community. Whether it’s through personalised advice or premium products, we’re dedicated to helping runners achieve their goals. If you’re passionate about running and want to be part of a team that values authenticity and connection, we’d love to hear from you.
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The Opportunity
Pace Athletic is building the benchmark specialty running store in Australia.
Our Sydney flagship will set the standard commercially, culturally and experientially, for what modern performance retail looks like.
As Flagship Store Manager, you are the business leader, you own the P&L, lead a high-performing team, drive community strategy, and elevate the technical authority of the brand on the ground.
This is not a traditional retail management role. This is a leadership position with multi-site potential.
The Role
1. Business Ownership
You own the performance of the flagship.
- Deliver and exceed annual sales targets
- Drive AOV, conversion, units per transaction and repeat purchase metrics
- Manage labour investment and controllable costs
- Own quarterly and seasonal trading plans
- Execute inventory strategy in partnership with buying
- Deliver weekly and monthly commercial performance reviews to the Leadership Team
2. Technical Authority & Product Excellence
Pace exists to elevate performance. You ensure the store is the most technically competent running retail environment in Australia.
- Lead advanced footwear education and fit standards
- Ensure excellence in gait analysis and fit consultation
- Develop team mastery across footwear, apparel and accessories
- Protect product integrity through disciplined VM and stock management
- Create a culture of technical credibility
3. Leadership & Talent Development
You build leaders, not just staff.
- Recruit, onboard and develop a team of 6–10
- Build succession pathways within your store
- Lead structured coaching and performance reviews
- Maintain a high-accountability, high-trust culture
- Address performance issues with clarity and integrity
- Foster a collaborative environment
4. Community minded
You are accountable for building and executing a flagship-level community strategy.
- Develop partnerships with local run clubs, schools, physios and gyms
- Drive weekly community touchpoints (events, activations, collaborations)
- Grow database acquisition through community initiatives
- Position the flagship as the hub of running culture in Sydney
- Track and report community impact as a commercial KPI
5. Operational Excellence
You protect the standard.
- Lead floor presence daily, modelling what good looks like
- Maintain elite VM and stockroom discipline
- Execute shipment processing and inventory accuracy
- Manage shrinkage and stock optimisation
- Uphold safety and compliance standards
- Ensure seamless omni-channel execution
What We’re Looking For
Commercially Sharp
You understand P&L, labour modelling and retail metrics. You make data-informed decisions.
Performance-Minded
You value fitness, discipline and self-development. You lead from the front.
Technically Curious
You are passionate about product knowledge and mastery.
Community-Driven
You are confident building relationships externally and representing the brand.
Leadership Ready
You have led teams before and are ready for a larger stage.
Experience
- 3+ years in retail leadership or business management
- Experience managing budgets and sales targets
- Proven ability to develop and retain high-performing teams
- Experience in specialty retail, sport, or performance categories highly regarded
Why This Role Is Different
This position sits within the Pace Leadership Team.
High performers in this role will have a pathway to multi-site or Regional Leadership as Pace expands.
We are not building another retail store. We are building the future of specialty running retail in Australia.
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The Opportunity
The Sydney Flagship is the benchmark for specialty running retail in Australia.
As Senior Performance & Community Lead, you are the store’s top sales leader and external brand connector. You set the standard for technical expertise on the floor while building the relationships that fuel long-term growth.
This role is for someone who thrives in front of customers, leads through performance, and naturally builds community.
The Role
1. Sales Leadership & Floor Authority
You are the pace-setter.
- Lead the store in sales performance, AOV and customer retention
- Model elite footwear fitting and consultation standards
- Coach team members in real time on selling, product knowledge and confidence
- Elevate premium service standards and protect the Pace experience
- Build a loyal client base and drive repeat business
2. Technical Performance Expertise
Pace wins through credibility.
- Master footwear fitting and performance recommendations
- Stay current on product innovations and running trends
- Act as in-store expert across footwear, apparel and accessories
Support onboarding and technical training of new team members
Protect the integrity of every fit consultation
3. Community Strategy & Execution
Community is a strategic KPI and you help drive it.
- Lead weekly run club and flagship community sessions
- Build relationships with local runners, schools, clubs and allied health partners
- Support partnerships with physios, gyms and sporting organisations
- Drive database growth through community activations
- Represent Pace externally with confidence and professionalism
What We’re Looking For
Elite Sales Performer
You consistently exceed targets and understand how to influence purchase decisions.
Natural Connector
You enjoy meeting people, building relationships and being embedded in the local fitness scene.
Technical Specialist
You care about performance footwear and take pride in product mastery.
Energetic & Visible
You are confident leading events, run clubs and in-store activations.
Growth-Minded
You want to develop into broader leadership over time.
Experience
- 2+ years in retail sales or performance-focused environments
- Demonstrated ability to exceed sales targets
Experience leading small teams or mentoring others - Passion for running, fitness or sport strongly preferred
Why This Role Matters
This position is critical to the flagship’s growth engine.
You drive:
- Immediate sales performance
- Long-term customer loyalty
- Community pipeline
- Brand credibility on the ground
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The Opportunity
The Sydney Flagship is the benchmark store for Pace Athletic.
As Assistant Store Manager, you are the right hand to the Flagship Store manager. You lead from the floor, elevate performance standards, and take ownership of key commercial and operational pillars of the business.
This role is designed for high-performers who are ready to step into full store leadership in the future.
The Role
1. Floor Leadership & Performance Execution
You lead from the front.
- Drive daily sales performance and floor energy
- Coach team members in real-time on conversion, AOV and customer engagement
- Ensure every customer receives a technically sound fit experience
- Step into escalations with confidence
- Model premium service standards at all times
- You set the tone for what “good” looks like on shift.
2. Commercial Ownership
You are commercially aware and metrics-driven.
- Support delivery of annual sales target
- Monitor daily KPIs (conversion, AOV, units per transaction)
- Execute wage control and floor optimisation
- Support inventory management
- Identify opportunities to improve trade and communicate insights upward
3. Technical Excellence
Pace leads through expertise.
- Maintain high standards in footwear fit consultations
- Coach team on product knowledge and technical credibility
- Support onboarding and training of new team members
- Protect VM standards and product presentation
- Ensure stock accuracy and operational precision
4. Community & Brand Representation
Community is a growth driver.
- Support execution of local community initiatives
- Represent Pace at events, partnerships and activations
- Build relationships with local runners, schools, clubs and allied health partners
- Drive database capture and repeat engagement through community touchpoints
5. Operations & Standards
You protect the fundamentals.
- Lead opening and closing procedures
- Oversee shipment processing and stockroom discipline
- Maintain store cleanliness and presentation standards
- Uphold safety and compliance procedures
- Ensure online and omni-channel processes are executed seamlessly
What We’re Looking For
Emerging Leader
You’ve led teams or shifts before and want to grow into full business leadership.
Performance-Oriented
You thrive in target-driven environments and hold yourself accountable.
Technically Curious
You care about product knowledge and want to master performance footwear.
High Ownership
You take initiative and step up without being asked.
Resilient & Composed
You remain calm under pressure and lead with confidence.
Experience
- 1–3 years in retail or team leadership
- Experience driving sales targets and KPIs
- Strong customer engagement skills
- Passion for sport, fitness or performance retail preferred
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Role Summary:
We’re looking for casual team members who are passionate about people, movement, and creating great in-store experiences. As a Casual Sales Assistant, you’ll be the first impression of Pace, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in helping every customer move better. No two days will look the same. You’ll be fitting shoes, learning product stories, supporting visual merchandising, and playing an important role in the community we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver personalised service and expert product advice.
- Support fittings, product guidance, and customer experience.
- Manage stock, VM, online fulfillment, and store upkeep.
- Foster a high-energy, community-driven store feel.
- Stay curious and keep learning about trends and products.
- Support both online and offline retail channels.
- Help wherever needed to ensure a seamless experience.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and people-first attitude.
- Comfortable advising customers in a retail setting.
- Love for movement (running, gym, sports, etc.).
- Willingness to learn about retail tools and service skills.
- Adaptable, dependable, and team-oriented.
- Flexible availability including weekends and sales periods.
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Role Summary:
The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the store while leading the team in delivering exceptional customer experiences. This role plays a key part in team development, operational execution, and driving store performance. The ideal candidate is passionate about people, running, and retail, and brings strong leadership, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to every shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Store Manager with operations, rostering, coaching, KPIs.
- Lead by example with customer service and product guidance.
- Coach team to improve product knowledge and confidence.
- Maintain stock, POS, back-of-house organisation.
- Ensure visual merchandising and in-store energy are on point.
- Oversee pair checks, size orders, inventory and fulfillment.
- Celebrate wins and address challenges with empathy.
- Lead onboarding and team development.
- Engage customers and community authentically.
Qualifications:
- 1–2 years of retail leadership experience.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Experience in footwear or activewear retail.
- Passion for the running or wellness community.
- Comfortable with retail tech and POS systems.
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