Department Sales Manager - Softlines

Golf Town; Barrie; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the golf retail industry is seeking a Softlines Department Sales Manager in Barrie, Ontario. The role involves exceptional leadership, operational compliance, and staff development to enhance customer experience and drive sales. Candidates should have retail experience, a passion for golf, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and significant benefits.

Benefits

PGA Dues Reimbursement

Flexibility & Vacation

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Discounts at Golf Town and related stores

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in a retail environment or equivalent relevant experience.
• Previous management experience preferred.
• Affinity for luxury golf equipment and apparel.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and motivate staff through personal example.
• Recruit and select staff, assisting with development and performance appraisals.
• Ensure employee adherence to Health and Safety Policies.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Detail Oriented

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Power Point

Outlook

Job description

As our Softlines Department Sales Manager, you will be responsible for providing exceptional leadership, ensuring operational compliance, delivering quality training, and promoting growth in sales and profit while achieving key performance indicators for your department.

• You will lead by example, being a hands-on leader passionate about serving the public and creating an exceptional customer experience for golfing apparel. You will report directly to the store's Assistant Manager.
• Motivates and leads staff through personal example regarding selling skills, store cleanliness, departmental job lists, health and safety practices, dress code, staff relations and compliance with Golf Town policies and procedure.
• Recruiting and selecting staff assisting with staff development through ongoing coaching, succession planning, performance appraisals and fair and consistent leadership.
• Working in partnership with the assistant manager, completing department schedules to achieve maximum customer service coverage while meeting daily / weekly task lists.
• Work cross-functionally ensuring departments are well-maintained, re-stocked, markdowns are complete and assisting in seasonal changeover.
• Ensures employee adherence to Health and Safety Policies and programs.

What You'll Bring;

• 1-3 years experience in a retail environment or equivalent relevant experience. Previous management experience preferred.
• Affinity for luxury golf equipment, apparel and accessories, keen interest in the golfing and regularly keeping up to date with market trends and new innovations.
• Prior merchandising and planning responsibility required.
• Detail oriented and strong attention to customer service.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills-ability to adapt to meet a wide range of customer needs, able to build rapport quickly.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Internet.

What We'll Give You;

• Significant Role : Join a mighty team that shares your passion for golf.
• PGA Dues Reimbursement : Full reimbursement of PGA of Canada dues.
• Players Package : Enjoy upgraded shafts and a clothing package.
• Flexibility & Vacation : Flexible working hours and a full three weeks’ vacation allowance.
• Supportive Environment : Work in a supportive team where your contributions are valued, collaborating with and learning from industry experts.
• Competitive Compensation : Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Unmatched Benefits : Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, along with amazing discounts at Golf Town, Sporting Life, and Team Town Sports, which you can share with friends and family.

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