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About the Role

Are you an experienced retailer looking for a unique opportunity to make a real impact? Join ALPA (Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation) as a Travelling Supermarket Manager, supporting the operation of community supermarkets across remote locations in the Northern Territory and Far North Queensland. This mobile role has no fixed base, you’ll travel between communities to provide relief management where needed. Just bring your luggage, we’ll take care of the rest!

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of ALPA supermarkets in remote communities
• Train and mentor local team members
• Implement ALPA’s nutrition policy and promote healthy food choices
• Collaborate with merchandising, nutrition teams, and community stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Experience with retail systems (POS, stock control, staff management)
• Strong interpersonal skills across diverse cultures and languages
• Ability to adapt to remote challenges (limited resources, supply chain issues, cultural sensitivities)

Benefits

• Accommodation & utilities fully covered
• 7 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 14% superannuation
• 2 return flights per year to Darwin or Cairns
• Mobile phone and streaming allowance
• Opportunity to make a real impact in First Nations communities

About ALPA
The Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA) is Australia’s largest First Nations corporation, employing over 1,400 people across 26 remote communities. We’re committed to creating economic independence and equal opportunities for First Nations people.

How to apply
If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

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