Department Manager Photo Lab

London Drugs Limited; Area D (Elaho/Garibaldi); On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

RRSP matching

Employee discounts

Scholarships

Job summary

London Drugs Limited is seeking a Department Manager for the Photo Lab to lead staff, manage payroll, and uphold service and operating standards across the department.

Ideal candidates bring at least one year of retail management experience and a strong knowledge of photography and related technologies. You will train and develop team members while driving sales and customer satisfaction in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of management retail experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of photography and related technologies.
• Ability to train and develop staff for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Direct Photo Lab employees to maintain customer service and operational standards.
• Hire, schedule, and manage payroll; train and develop staff.
• Lead department toward goals in sales, inventory control and payroll.
• Provide quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Photography knowledge

Staff training

Job description

Not just a job…

a community

a partnership

a team

You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! We currently have opportunities for:

Department Manager, Photo Lab

The Department Manager, Photo Lab is responsible for directing Photo Lab employees to maintain, customer service, and operational standards within the department. The Department Manager is responsible for hiring, scheduling, and payroll, as well as the ongoing training and development of staff. The position leads the department towards achieving company goals and objectives, including financial benchmarks in sales, inventory control and payroll.

In addition to the above duties, this is a customer service position which requires a great deal of customer contact. Accordingly, applicants must be able to work effectively in a fast paced environment while at the same time providing quality service in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.

Preference will be given to applicants with a minimum one year of management retail experience, however applicants without management experience may also be considered. You will have extensive knowledge of photography, combined with a commitment to staying current with changes in the relevant technology and innovations in the industry through independent research, training materials, seminars, and awareness of competitive activity.

Your proven ability to build the business will include a strong dedication to following and enforcing all Company policies, procedures, and standards as well as an ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, employees, and management. In addition you are able to train, coach, and develop employees in their current position and in preparation for advancement.

If you are a well organized individual possessing sound supervisory delegation and leadership skills, combined with professional sales experience, who has a positive attitude, a desire to support Company initiatives, and a commitment to achieving Company objectives, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, as well as the following comprehensive benefits program. Starting pay will fall within the salary range indicated and may vary based on job-related experience, knowledge and education:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family
• Helping you plan for your future with Company matched RRSPs
• Employee Discounts
• Post secondary Entrance Scholarships for you or your children

Employees will be scheduled 40 hours per week and must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, for day and evening shifts. From time to time, this position requires the successful candidate to transfer from one store to another, or to work in other locations depending on organizational need and career development opportunities. Mode of transportation will be the responsibility of the employee.

If you possess the necessary skills and expertise and would like to join an exciting team of professionals,

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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