Retail Floor Manager — Hands-On Leadership & Growth

Surplus Furniture and Mattress Warehouse; Barrie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead on the floor, drive sales, and develop tomorrow's store leaders. This hands-on role focuses on customer service, operational excellence, and team motivation, not desk-bound management.

Responsibilities include assisting daily store operations, achieving sales targets, training staff, overseeing inventory and merchandising, and collaborating with departments to support company growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required (post‑secondary preferred)
• Weekend and evening availability
• Reliable transportation
• Proficient in computers/technology

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
• Support the management team in achieving sales targets and customer satisfaction goals.
• Participate in staff training and development activities.
• Help oversee inventory control, merchandising, and store presentation.
• Contribute to team leadership by motivating staff and fostering a positive work environment.
• Learn about budgeting, payroll, and administrative tasks related to retail management.
• Engage with customers to enhance their shopping experience.
• Collaborate with various departments to support company growth objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Retail sales management

Team management

Education

High School diploma

Post-secondary preferred

Tools

POS/tech literacy

Job description

Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead on the floor, drive sales, and develop tomorrow's store leaders. This hands-on role focuses on customer service, operational excellence, and team motivation, not desk-bound management.

Responsibilities include assisting daily store operations, achieving sales targets, training staff, overseeing inventory and merchandising, and collaborating with departments to support company growth.