assistant manager - retail

Government of Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Victoria, Canada, is looking for a Retail Manager to oversee daily operations in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a secondary school certificate and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. The role involves managing staff, customer relations, and marketing strategies while contributing to environmental goals. Strong skills in point of sale systems and inventory management are essential.

Benefits

Team building opportunities

Parking available

As per collective agreement gratuities

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations.
• Plan and organize daily operations.
• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies.
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests.

Skills

Point of sale system

Inventory control software

Spreadsheet

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Computerized bookkeeping 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.

Green job

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net‑zero target.

Work setting

• Retail service establishment
• Various locations
• Electronic products store
• Retail business

Responsibilities Tasks

• Direct and control daily operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• 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
• Implement price and credits policies
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Conduct performance reviews
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Inventory control software
• Computerized bookkeeping system
• Spreadsheet

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Electronic

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Positive attitude
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities
• Parking available