Assistant Store Manager (42149)

Metro; Brockville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to assist in daily store operations, focusing on sales growth, staffing, and customer experience. The role involves achieving store goals, implementing merchandising strategies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a college education and 3-5 years of management experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of progressive management experience.
• Good business acumen.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving or exceeding store goals including sales and profit margin.
• Implement merchandising programs to maximize operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership through hiring, training, and developing staff.

Skills

Labor Cost Analysis

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Store Management Experience

Management Experience

Retail Sales

Guest Services

Merchandising

Cash Handling

Supervising Experience

Education

College or University education

Job description

Position Title : Assistant Store Manager

Position Type : Permanent

Requisition ID : 42149

Banner : Food Basics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Looking for Assistant Managers in the following areas :

Eastern Ontario: Ottawa, Cornwall, Brockville, Kemptville, Smith Falls, Kingston

SUMMARY :

Assists the Store Manager in managing daily store operations, including growing sales, staffing, merchandising, expense control, maintaining a safe environment for employees and customers, and delivering a superior shopping experience. Operates within company policies, government legislation, and collective agreements.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Assist in achieving or exceeding weekly, period, and fiscal year store goals, including sales, profit margin, shrinkage, and labor targets.
2. Implement merchandising programs, procedures, and processes to maximize operational efficiency and profitability.
3. Work with Department Managers to establish productivity goals and standards; ensure merchandise is ordered and displayed according to planograms.
4. Maintain store compliance with health and safety regulations.
5. Provide leadership through hiring, training, directing, and developing a customer-focused staff.
6. Utilize new technology initiatives to enhance staff and store proficiency.
7. Monitor local market competition and recommend strategies to overcome disadvantages.
8. Participate in community involvement initiatives to enhance the store's image.
9. Build and maintain relationships with vendors and union representatives.

Qualifications :

• College or University education
• 3 to 5 years of progressive management experience
• Good business acumen
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Leadership skills

Additional Information :

The responsibilities and relationships of this role may evolve to meet Metro's business objectives.

Metro values diversity and is committed to an inclusive work environment. We consider qualified applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Please inform us if accommodations are needed during recruitment.

Only selected applicants will be contacted. Agencies are asked not to contact us.

Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills : Labor Cost Analysis, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Store Management Experience, Management Experience, Retail Sales, Guest Services, Schematics, Merchandising, Cash Handling, Supervising Experience, Retail Management

Experience : 3-5 years

Vacancy : 1