Department Manager - Gift & Home Décor

Gardenworks Ltd.; Saanich; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits

Employee discount

Leadership development

Vibrant workplace

Job summary

GARDENWORKS is seeking a creative, organized, and customer-focused retail leader to join our Saanich team as Department Manager – Gift & Home Décor. You will oversee the daily operations of the Gift & Home Décor department, ensuring top merchandising standards, strong sales, and a welcoming shopping experience for our guests.

This role blends visual merchandising, sales leadership, inventory management, and guest service—ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and takes

Qualifications

• Creative, organized retail leader with a strong guest service mindset.
• Experience in visual merchandising and inventory management.
• Ability to analyze sales trends and manage department operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and deliver exceptional guest service, ensuring every interaction reflects our brand.
• Oversee daily department operations, including receiving, pricing & inventory management.
• Analyze sales trends and inventory levels to support merchandising and replenishment decisions.
• Collaborating with the Visual Merchandise Manager, creating inspiring, visual displays that reflect current trends and seasonal stories.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting department that enhances the guest experience.
• Assist with in-store promotions and seasonal displays, helping to create a vibrant shopping environment.

Skills

Creativity

Organization

Customer focus

Retail leadership

Visual merchandising

Communication

Tools

POS systems

Excel

Job description

GARDENWORKS is British Columbia’s largest independently owned garden centre company with 10 locations across Vancouver’s lower mainland, Vancouver Island, and South Okanagan.

Join GARDENWORKS and play a key role in inspiring people to cultivate joy and beauty in their homes, gardens, and communities.

About the Role

We are seeking a creative, organized, and customer-focused retail leader to join our Saanich team as Department Manager – Gift & Home Décor. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the Gift & Home Décor department, ensuring exceptional merchandising standards, strong sales performance, and a welcoming, inspiring shopping experience for our guests. This position blends visual merchandising, sales leadership, inventory management, and guest service—ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and takes pride in creating beautiful spaces.

Full-time 40hrs – Wage $24.50/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive sales and deliver exceptional guest service, ensuring every interaction reflects our brand.
• Oversee daily department operations, including receiving, pricing & inventory management
• Analyze sales trends and inventory levels to support merchandising and replenishment decisions.
• Collaborating with the Visual Merchandise Manager, creating inspiring, visual displays that reflect current trends and seasonal stories.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting department that enhances the guest experience.
• Assist with in-store promotions and seasonal displays, helping to create a vibrant shopping environment. Is this you?
• Strong visual merchandising skills with an eye for detail and design.
• Proven ability to manage inventory and track sales performance effectively.
• Excellent communication, fostering collaboration and motivation within the team.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and POS/inventory management systems.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and seasonal peaks as required.
• Comfortable with light lifting and extended periods of standing or walking.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At GARDENWORKS, we offer a culture that values a healthy, fulfilling work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy:

• Option to join our Group Benefits program (health, dental, vision)
• A generous employee discount to bring home a little beauty of your own
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• A vibrant, plant-filled workplace that inspires creativity and well-being