Spotlight
    (275 reviews)

    Department Manager salary at Spotlight

    Department Manager salary estimate at Spotlight

    Industry estimate

    $69K - $75K

    per year
    The average salary for this role in the home & garden retail industry
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    at Spotlight Pty Ltd
    Alexandria, Sydney NSW
    Support daily eCommerce operations by picking, packing and processing online orders in a fast‑paced retail environment.
    Support daily eCommerce operations by picking, packing and processing online orders in a fast‑paced retail environment.
    classification: Retail & Consumer ProductsRetail & Consumer Products
    1d ago
    1d ago

    at Spotlight Pty Ltd
    South Melbourne, Melbourne VIC
    Join our dynamic team in South Melbourne Support Office and take on a new career chapter.
    Join our dynamic team in South Melbourne Support Office and take on a new career chapter.
    classification: Retail & Consumer ProductsRetail & Consumer Products
    1d ago
    1d ago

    Salary satisfaction at Spotlight

    71%
    When Spotlight employee's were asked 'How would you rate your salary?'71% of employee's rated the salary as high or average

    What’s it like working at Spotlight?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Spotlight appreciate their friendly and supportive colleagues, who create a collaborative and team-oriented environment. The pay is considered good, particularly for younger workers, and staff value the employee discount. Many enjoy the work environment, especially those with an interest in creative and craft products, and some benefit from hybrid work flexibility and approachable management.

    However, there are some potential challenges, including inconsistent management experiences with varying levels of support and communication. Training and onboarding could be enhanced, as some employees feel they need to work things out independently. Shift allocation can be limited or inconsistent, with some staff receiving fewer hours than expected. Additionally, workload can be demanding, particularly for Department Managers dealing with large deliveries and limited labour budgets, and staffing levels during busy periods can make it challenging to manage customer demands effectively.

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