Fisherman's Market - Store Manager

Jobless; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Fisherman’s Market International Inc., based in Halifax, is seeking an experienced Store Manager for our Bedford Highway location. You will lead daily store operations, drive customer satisfaction, and uphold our seafood-focused brand in a fast-paced setting.

We value hands-on leadership, team development, and a culture of accountability. The role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for growth within the Mersey Group.

Qualifications

• Seafood industry experience is required.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven retail management experience leading teams.
• Strong organization, problem solving and decision making.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with inventory management and loss prevention.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations with focus on service, quality, and efficiency.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing retail team.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage inventory, ordering, merchandising, and stock rotation.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers, and community partners.

Skills

Seafood knowledge

Leadership

Retail management

Team development

Customer service

Inventory management

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Store Manager – Full-Time

Location: Bedford Highway, Halifax, NS

Lead a Trusted Halifax Tradition

Fisherman's Market is looking for an experienced, customer-focused Store Manager to lead our Bedford Highway retail location, one of the most recognized fish markets in Atlantic Canada. As one of Atlantic Canada's most trusted seafood retailers, we've proudly served our community for generations by providing exceptional seafood, outstanding customer service, and a welcoming shopping experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys developing high-performing teams, and is energized by the chance to help shape the future of a well-known seafood destination backed by the strength of the Mersey Group.

What You'll Be Doing

As Store Manager, you will be responsible for the overall success of the Bedford Highway location by:

• Leading daily store operations with a focus on customer service, quality, and efficiency
• Hiring, training, coaching, and developing a high-performing retail team
• Creating a positive, engaged workplace culture built on accountability, teamwork, and respect
• Delivering an exceptional customer experience that reflects the Fisherman's Market brand
• Managing inventory, ordering, merchandising, product rotation, and loss prevention
• Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance standards are consistently maintained
• Monitoring sales performance and implementing strategies to achieve business objectives
• Managing labour scheduling, staffing levels, and payroll efficiencies
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and community partners
• Collaborating with company leadership to support operational improvements and business growth

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Seafood industry experience and/or strong seafood product knowledge is required.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational requirements
• Previous retail, grocery, specialty food, or hospitality management experience
• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing teams
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A hands-on leadership style with a willingness to work alongside the team
• Experience with inventory management, merchandising, and sales performance
• A passion for quality food products and delivering exceptional customer experiences

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and time off
• Employee discounts on premium seafood and market products
• Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Career growth opportunities within Fisherman's Market and the larger Mersey Group of companies

Why This Role Matters

The Bedford Highway location has been a trusted destination for seafood lovers for decades. As Store Manager, you'll play a critical role in continuing that tradition by leading a talented team, delivering exceptional service, and ensuring our customers receive the quality, variety, and value they've come to expect from Fisherman's Market.

You'll be the face of the store, setting the standard for operational excellence while fostering a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and community connection.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

About Fisherman's Market International Inc.

Fisherman's Market is a Halifax-based retailer, wholesaler, and exporter of fresh, frozen, smoked, and salted seafood, including live and frozen Atlantic lobster. Established in 1948, we bring more than 75 years of seafood expertise to customers throughout Atlantic Canada and around the world. We work closely with local harvesters and suppliers to deliver the highest standards of quality, service, variety, and value.

We are part of the Mersey Group, a family of seafood-focused companies that includes Mersey Seafoods Ltd, Scotia Harvest Inc., Mersey Marine Ltd., Fisherman's Market International Inc., Innovate Fishery Products, and Comeau’s Sea Foods Ltd. Together, we operate under a shared vision and leadership team, providing a trusted, vertically integrated seafood supply chain from harvest to customer.