Assistant Store Manager - Lead, Inspire & Drive Sales

Qe-Home-6; North Bay; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Employee discount program

EFAP - Employee & Family Assistance

Online training program

Leadership development support

QE Home University training program

Referral bonus program (up to $300)

Job summary

QE Home is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, drive sales, and lead a team in delivering exceptional guest service. You will coach staff, manage merchandising, and uphold visual standards while maintaining a welcoming store environment.

The role requires 2+ years in retail with at least 1–2 years in supervision, strong leadership, and comfort with POS systems. Availability across days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail experience, with 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong passion for home décor and creating beautiful spaces.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and inspire a diverse team.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience using POS systems in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Open availability including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily operations, including sales, merchandising, team leadership, and guest experience.
• Provide coaching and feedback to team members to help them meet performance goals and grow professionally.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Lead by example on the sales floor with product knowledge and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure visual merchandising standards are consistently met and exceeded.
• Help recruit, train, and onboard new team members.
• Assist in inventory management and loss prevention initiatives.
• Step into the Store Manager role in their absence to ensure operational continuity.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team coaching

Guest service

POS systems

Communication

Organization

Job description

QE Home is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, drive sales, and lead a team in delivering exceptional guest service. You will coach staff, manage merchandising, and uphold visual standards while maintaining a welcoming store environment.

The role requires 2+ years in retail with at least 1–2 years in supervision, strong leadership, and comfort with POS systems. Availability across days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.