assistant manager - retail

Next Youth Job; Merville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Youth Job is seeking a skilled manager in Merville, British Columbia, to oversee daily operations and manage staff. The role involves studying market trends, determining merchandise to be sold, and addressing customer concerns.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience and a college education. This is an on-site position with no option for remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Ability to manage staff and assign duties.
• Strong understanding of market research and consumer demand.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Study market research and trends.
• Determine staffing requirements.
• Supervise office and volunteer staff.
• Negotiate arrangements with suppliers.

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

• Anticipated Start Date : As soon as possible
• Posting Date : 12 Mar 2026
• Expiry Date : 12 Mar 2027

Description

Overview

Languages

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors’ operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Determine staffing requirements
• Supervise office and volunteer staff
• Negotiate arrangements with suppliers for food and other supplies
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
• Evaluate customer service and store environments
• Address customers’ complaints or concerns
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations