Kelowna - Store Assistant Manager

Running-Room; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Running Room Kelowna at Orchard Plaza in British Columbia is seeking a customer-focused store assistant manager for 20–30 hours per week. You will help customers, answer questions, and suggest products while sharing duties with the store manager.

You will operate the register and assist with merchandising, keeping the shop tidy and inviting for runners and shoppers alike. The role emphasizes a strong connection to the running community, enthusiasm for fitness, and reliable scheduling across

Qualifications

• Customer-focused individuals who enjoy helping shoppers
• Passionate about running and the running community
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude and quick learner
• Clear written and spoken English communication is required

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and make product recommendations
• Ask open-ended questions to assess needs
• Share store duties with the manager
• Operate the cash register and support merchandising
• Keep the store clean, organized, and inviting

Skills

Customer engagement

Runner community

Goal-driven

Learning mindset

Self-motivated

English communication

Weekdays/weekends availability

Job description

Running Room Kelowna, Orchard Plaza, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Be a friendly and knowledgeable resource for every customer, answer customer questions, and make product recommendations
• Connect with every customer by asking open-ended questions to assess needs
• Share the responsibility of running the store with the manager
• Operate the cash register and use the computer for business tasks and product research
• Keep the store clean, tidy, and attractive by following merchandising standards

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Confident and comfortable engaging with customers to deliver a positive experience
• Experienced Runner with a love of the sport and of the running community
• Part Time Store Assistant manager 20-30hrs/week.
• Motivated to achieve great results because of one's enthusiasm for the running, walking, and fitness environment
• Love of learning and ability to grasp new concepts and product knowledge quickly
• Self-motivated to complete tasks or activities with little supervision
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written English
• Available weekdays and weekends!!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

• Awesome employee discounts (like, awesome) really
• A positive and supportive work environment and team
• Happy customers! (Runners are a happy bunch. If you've worked retail before, you know how much of a difference this can make in your day)
• A consistent and predictable work schedule (we try to make sure you get the same shifts every week) with flexibility when you need it
• Pay : $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

WHAT WE DO:

The Running Room sells running shoes, apparel, accessories, nutrition, and electronics. More importantly, we help people start running and keep running. We offer and advice and encouragement to every single person who walks through the door, whether they've just started exercising or they're seasoned ultra-marathoners. We're about helping people find the right fit or perfect product, not about aggressive selling. We take pride in what we do, keep learning so we can provide expert advice, and never take ourselves too seriously. (Oh, and we have awesome employee discounts!)

Running Room welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, Running Room will provide accommodations from candidates taking part in the selection process

Running Room Kelowna, Orchard Plaza, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada