Assistant Store Manager — Lead & Elevate Retail Team

VF Corporation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Sales incentive

Commission potential

Job summary

Vans is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead and develop a team of Brand Advocates, delivering a best‑in‑class customer experience that mirrors our brand values. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive profitability through exceptional customer engagement, merchandising, operations, and community connection.

In the absence of the Store Manager, you will assume full responsibility for the store.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• Skilled in coaching, motivating, and building high‑performing, diverse teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of Brand Advocates to deliver best‑in‑class customer experience reflecting our brand values.
• Partner with the Store Manager to drive profitability through excellence in customer engagement, merchandising, operations, and community connection.
• In the Store Manager’s absence, assume full responsibility for the store.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding with high‑caliber talent; provide ongoing training and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and operational standards; manage expenses and shrink.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure timely product replenishment.
• Foster accountability, creativity, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Promote an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Support inventory management through accurate shipping, receiving, and stockroom practices.

Skills

Store leadership

Coaching

Communication

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Retail software tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Vans is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead and develop a team of Brand Advocates, delivering a best‑in‑class customer experience that mirrors our brand values. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive profitability through exceptional customer engagement, merchandising, operations, and community connection.

In the absence of the Store Manager, you will assume full responsibility for the store.