assistant manager - retail

Kuriosities; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local retail shop in Charlottetown is seeking an Assistant Retail Manager to support daily operations and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of supervisory experience and strong customer service skills. This full-time position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities to shape the retail environment, particularly in a bustling summer season.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years retail keyholder or supervisory experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in daily operations.
• Provide attentive customer service.
• Create in-store displays and assist with window design.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Tools

Digital tools and social media

Job description

Title: Assistant Retail Manager - Full Time - Kuriosities

Job details

We are seeking a kind, capable, and customer-focused Assistant Manager to join our close-knit team at Kuriosities and Crow’s Nest, two whimsical retail shops in downtown Charlottetown. Our shops are known for handcrafted jewelry, unique gifts, and meaningful stories. We seek someone who will help us bring that magic to life daily.

Ideal candidate:

• Warm and welcoming with customers
• Organized and reliable with strong attention to detail
• A natural helper thriving in a team setting
• Enthusiastic about creativity, storytelling, and artisan goods

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily operations and shop standards
• Provide attentive customer service and build client relationships
• Create in-store displays and assist with seasonal window design
• Assist with staff training, scheduling, and motivation
• Manage social media content and website updates
• Perform keyholder duties including opening, closing, cash handling, and deposits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years retail keyholder or supervisory experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Display and merchandising eye
• Comfort with digital tools and social media
• Interest in jewelry is a plus but not required; training provided
• Bondable; criminal record checks required

This is a year-round, full-time position with flexible scheduling during quieter seasons and a vibrant pace in summer. We seek someone eager to grow with us and shape the customer experience.

Job details

• Position: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour
• Hours: 37.5/week
• Location: Charlottetown, PE
• Start: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

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