Assistant Front Store Manager

Shoppers Drug Mart; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a locally owned store as an Assistant Front Store Manager, where you will play a vital role in enhancing customer experiences and optimizing store operations. This position involves collaborating with the management team to maintain high standards, manage staffing levels, and drive business performance. You will lead by example, fostering a culture of engagement and support among staff, while also ensuring effective inventory management. This role is perfect for those passionate about retail and community service, looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Purchase discount program

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Online learning through Academy

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience is essential.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Front Store Manager in managing store resources.
• Maintain store standards to enhance customer experience.

Skills

Planning

Judgment and Decision Making

Time Management

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Business Acumen

Tools

Work Force Management (WFM)

Job description

Assistant Front Store Manager

Assistant Front Store Manager

Apply locations: 10620 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, ON

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: January 11, 2025 (16 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R2000529052

Join a locally owned and operated store to help deliver health, beauty and convenience services in your community, and keep the customer at the centre of everything you do.

Why this role is important?

SUMMARY:

To assist the Front Store Manager (FSM) in managing the human, physical and financial resources of the store and in ensuring that store objectives are achieved by focusing on improving product flow from the backroom to the sales floor.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

OPERATIONS:

1. Maintains Store Standards to optimize customer experience, drive customer traffic, and positively impact store profitability.
2. Works with Management Team to ensure Store Standards are in effect 100% of the time, including the backroom.
3. Helps manage, in conjunction with the FSM, labour scheduling and leverages Work Force Management (WFM) to maximize labour productivity.
4. Ensures staffing levels are adequate to effectively operate the business.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

1. Complies with Human Resources Standards.
2. Helps with hiring in conjunction with the FSM, hires and/or supports hiring for all departments, excluding Pharmacy.
3. Maintains wage administration within SLPH guidelines.
4. Drives Blue Culture, engagement, and leads and motivates staff through leading by our Core Values.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Planning, Judgement and Decision Making.
2. Planning and preparation for Inventory Management.
3. Uses judgment and decision-making skills to control expenses.
4. Provides effective leadership and ongoing mentorship and ensures development of all staff.
5. Efficient time management skills.
6. Able to prioritize activities quickly in response to changing initiatives.
7. Effective organization and planning skills.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Previous retail management experience.
2. Demonstrated ability to drive the business, led by example and support corporate programs.
3. Works effectively with the management team.
4. Superior interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
5. Business and financial acumen.
6. Relationship builder with key internal and external agencies.

Why work in a Shoppers Drug Mart store?

Each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while having the support of a national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, flexible and varied schedules, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your patients, co-workers, customers and community.

Associate Owners in the Shoppers Drug Mart network recognize Canada's diversity as an opportunity to better serve their communities, and strive to reflect the nation’s evolving diversity in the products they sell, the people they hire, and the culture they create in their stores. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

At Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.

With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.