Assistant manager - retail

Government of Canada - Central; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Newmarket is looking for someone to manage staff and oversee daily operations at the physical location. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of experience in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a secondary school graduation certificate. Responsibilities include evaluating operations, managing merchandise, and resolving customer issues. The role offers various benefits and requires a positive attitude and strong attention to detail.

Benefits

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate daily operations.
• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold.
• Determine staffing requirements.
• Resolve issues that may arise.

Skills

Computer and technology knowledge

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system

Additional information

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Efficiency
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Positive attitude
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

• Other benefits