assistant manager - retail

Korna Natural Pet Supplies Kitsilano Ltd.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pet supply store in Winnipeg is seeking a full-time manager to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure customer satisfaction. Applicants should have 1-2 years of experience in retail and a diploma in a related program. This position offers an hourly wage of CAD 40.87 and requires physical presence at the worksite.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a retail setting.
• Ability to manage a team of staff effectively.
• Familiarity with animal food products.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations.
• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses.
• Resolve issues including customer requests and complaints.

Skills

Analytical

Creativity

Energetic

Goal-oriented

Hardworking

Integrity

Time management

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Team player

Ability to multitask

Reliability

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Point of sale system

Word processing software

Database software

Inventory control software

Electronic mail

Spreadsheet

Job description

Job details

• Salary 40.87 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

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

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

• Urban area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Pet shop / Retail business
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages

Supervision

• 16-20 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Type of product

• Food and food products
• Animal food

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Word processing software
• Database software
• Inventory control software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Analytical
• Creativity
• Energetic
• Goal‑oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Reliability

Equal Employment Opportunities

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for persons with disabilities – Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-12-25

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.