hardware store manager

Steveston Marine and Hardware; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Job summary

Steveston Marine and Hardware in Vancouver is seeking a capable supervisor to lead daily retail operations on-site. The role involves directing staff, planning activities, and ensuring efficient service in a fast-paced urban setting.

You will analyze market trends to forecast demand, determine merchandise and services, and implement sales strategies while maintaining high standards of client care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in retail/wholesale or distribution environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations.
• Evaluate daily operations and plan and organize activities.
• Manage staff and assign duties (3–4 people).
• Study market research to determine consumer demand and sales impact.
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold; develop marketing strategies.

Skills

Analytical

Time management

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative

Integrity

Client focus

Computer literacy

Database software

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Database software

Job description

Overview

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Urban area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre
• On site – must be completed at the physical location (no remote work available)

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers

Supervision

3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge, Database software

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Analytical
• Collaborative
• Integrity
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication

Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth