assistant manager - retail

Zumiez; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading action sports retail company in Coquitlam is seeking a passionate 1st Assistant Manager to enhance team performance and drive sales. This role requires an outgoing leader who excels in customer service and can manage operational tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate is dependable and ready to work a flexible schedule. Join a global leader in action sports retail and help deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Dependable, flexible, and ready to work a dynamic schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Outgoing and skilled at creating a welcoming customer experience.
• Strong understanding of sales strategies and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support the training, coaching, and development of the sales & management team.
• Lead sales initiatives to meet and exceed profit goals.
• Champion daily execution of merchandising and operational tasks.

Skills

Dependability

Sales strategies understanding

Customer service excellence

Leadership

Flexibility

Job description

Job title: Assistant Manager – Retail (1st Assistant Manager)

Location: Coquitlam Centre, Coquitlam, BC

Overview

Ready to grow your leadership career with a brand that thrives on individuality, creativity, and customer connection? Zumiez is on the hunt for a passionate and driven 1st Assistant Manager to join our Coquitlam Centre team in Coquitlam, BC. We’re looking for someone who leads by example, thrives in a fast-paced and empowered environment, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences while helping drive daily success.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and empower teams: Support the training, coaching, and development of a high-performing sales & management team to build depth and drive results.
• Drive sales performance: Lead both individual and store-wide sales initiatives to meet and exceed company profit goals.
• Execute operational excellence: Champion the daily execution of merchandising, product flow, and operational tasks to keep the store running smoothly and sharply.

What We’re Looking For — Qualifications & Skills

• Dependable, flexible, and ready to work a dynamic schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Outgoing, friendly, and skilled at creating a welcoming and engaging customer experience.
• Motivated, competitive, and energetic leader committed to personal and team success.
• Strong understanding of sales strategies, customer service excellence, and ability to coach others on both.
• Proven ability to maintain operational standards while juggling multiple priorities.

Location, Schedule & Compensation

• Location: Coquitlam, BC
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $19.88–$21.68 per hour
• Terms of employment: Full-time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

Why Join Zumiez

Zumiez started as a single store — Above the Belt — in Seattle in 1978. With over 700 stores across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, Zumiez is a global leader in action sports retail, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and community.

How to Apply

Apply here if you think you are a great candidate and possess the above qualities and skill sets.

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