ASSISTANT MANAGER

La Vie En Rose; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on all products

Flexible hours

Opportunities for advancement

Performance bonuses

Recognition program

Referral bonus

Group insurance plan

Paid personal days

Minimum 2% employer contribution to RRSP

Job summary

A popular lingerie and swimwear brand invites applications for an Assistant Manager position in Hamilton, Ontario. The role includes managing store operations, developing high-performance teams, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates are natural leaders, strong communicators, and proactive individuals who thrive in dynamic environments. Enjoy benefits such as a 50% product discount and performance bonuses while contributing to a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to motivate a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Proactivity and conscientiousness in task execution.
• Willingness to work holidays and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth store operations and excellent customer service.
• Train team members in sales techniques and product features.
• Analyze sales results and implement strategies for improvement.
• Recruit and prepare the next generation of employees.
• Maintain store appearance and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Natural leader

Good communicator

Team player

Proactive

Goal-oriented

Job description

Assistant Manager – La Vie En Rose

Join a diverse and talented team designing lingerie and swimwear. Start a stimulating career in a committed and evolving environment.

Benefits

• 50% discount on all products
• Flexible hours
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Performance bonuses (in‑store sales or management position)
• Recognition program for years of service
• Innovation program to encourage idea sharing
• Referral bonus
• Dayforce Wallet (pay on demand)
• Group insurance plan
• Paid personal days (three to five days)
• Minimum of 2% employer contribution to your RRSP

Responsibilities

With the support of your manager, you will be responsible for making sure the store runs smoothly and that your team provides the best possible customer service. When you’re working as acting manager, your tasks will include meeting overall goals, maintaining our corporate standards and motivating your team to excel.

Sales:

• Optimize the performance and profitability of your store with the support of your management team;
• Train your team members to provide strong customer support—teach them the best sales techniques and make sure they’re familiar with all product features;
• Analyze sales results with your manager and come up with innovative solutions to improve them;
• Schedule employees based on performance to manage payroll in a cost‑effective way;
• Communicate sales goals to your team to make sure you meet and exceed them;
• Provide customers with a warm welcome and help them find everything they’re looking for—answer their questions and explain the products (quality, materials, technical features);
• Coordinate tasks with the management team and make sure things run smoothly and seamlessly when they’re not there.

Human Resources:

• Mobilize your team and create a positive work environment that fosters the pursuit of excellence, while helping instill a sense of pride and belonging in being a part of the La Vie en Rose team;
• Bring our vision, mission and brand culture to life on the job and share them with your team;
• Demonstrate leadership and act as an inspiring role model at all times;
• Build a high-performance team—recruit, prepare and train the next generation of employees, and source the best candidates for the various roles;
• Plan work schedules and share them with your team members while managing absences/lateness;
• Participate in performance evaluations for the entire store team;
• Schedule your team members based on their performance as well as in-store traffic.

Marketing and Visual Presentation:

• Master your knowledge of all products and their technical features;
• With the help of your team, create an attractive and inviting store based on our planograms;
• Keep your finger on the pulse of market trends and what our competitors are doing;
• Help build a steady and loyal customer base by showcasing the brand image and building relationships;
• Help with planning incoming orders and set up visual displays efficiently;
• Help maintain the look and cleanliness of the store and backstore;
• Collaborate with mall administration.

Administration:

• Analyze reports to optimize productivity and sales;
• Open and close the store;
• Manage all controllable expenses in your store efficiently;
• Respect and apply the policies and procedures of the various head office departments (don’t worry, we’ll explain everything to you!);
• Perform other duties where needed to support the team.

Qualifications

• You love clothing that celebrates femininity in all its wonder;
• You are a natural leader who knows how to motivate a team;
• You are sociable, a good communicator and a strong team player;
• You are proactive and conscientious;
• You set goals for yourself and always achieve them;
• You are looking for a career that constantly offers new challenges;
• You are open to working holidays and longer hours during busy periods (depending on your availability).

EEO Statement

La Vie en Rose is committed to employment equity. La Vie en Rose has put in place an adaptation process that provides accommodation for selected candidates for an interview.