Retail Manager, Lambton Mall

Purdys Chocolatier; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 63,370,000 - 75,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Active Lifestyle Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discount

Extended Health & Dental Benefits

Health Spending Account

Sick Days

Profit Sharing

RRSP Matching Program

Job summary

Purdys Chocolatier in Sarnia, ON is seeking a Shop Manager to lead our new Lambton Mall pop-up. The role runs a full-time, six-month contract with training in London, Ontario during the week of October 18, 2026, and the shop is scheduled to open October 30, 2026.

You will drive sales, manage a retail team, coordinate staffing and inventory, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. This position requires open availability for days, evenings, weekends and holidays, with potential to become

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive management experience in fast-paced retail or hospitality.
• Self-motivated, results-driven and enthusiastic about selling a quality product.
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer experience and developing the team.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales performance and profitability for the pop-up.
• Lead and coach retail team to deliver Customer Obsessed Service.
• Recruit, interview, and hire high-quality team members.
• Train, coach, schedule, and develop staff.
• Build talent pipeline for internal progression.
• Manage inventory and stock to meet store needs.

Skills

People management

Sales leadership

Customer service

Team development

Job description

1380 London Rd, Sarnia, ON N7S 1P8, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers. Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trus t, and supportive work environment.

Job Type: Full-time, 6-Month Contract

Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week

Wage: $24.10 per hour

Do you love chocolate?

As a proud Canadian chocolatier, Purdys creates connection and joy through the power of chocolate, and we have a great deal of fun doing it.

We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applicants of all ethnicities, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Shop Manager to lead our new pop-up shop at Lambton Mall. The shop is expected to open on October 30, 2026.

Successful candidates must be available to attend training in London, Ontario during the week of October 18, 2026.

The Shop Manager is responsible for achieving overall profitability, maintaining efficient shop operations, and providing effective leadership to the retail team. This role acts as a liaison between the shop and the Purdys Support Office while supporting company policies, programs, and initiatives.

Success in this role comes from your ability to engage customers, drive sales, develop team members, and create an exceptional in-store experience.

This is a full-time, 6-month contract position requiring open availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

There is potential for this position to become permanent based on business needs and performance.

In this role, you will:

• Drive sales performance and achieve profitability goals
• Deliver Customer Obsessed Service and Sales through leadership by example
• Recruit, interview, and hire high-quality team members
• Train, coach, schedule, and develop team members
• Build a strong talent pipeline by developing future internal candidates
• Manage inventory levels of products and supplies to meet operational needs

You will be a great fit if you:

• Are passionate about chocolate and have at least two years of progressive management experience in a fast-paced retail or hospitality environment
• Are self-motivated, results-driven, and enthusiastic about selling a quality product
• Are dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Enjoy meeting new people and thrive in a team-oriented environment

What you'll enjoy:

• Active Lifestyle Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discount
• Extended Health & Dental Benefits
• Health Spending Account
• Sick Days
• Profit Sharing
• RRSP Matching Program

Ready to learn more?

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

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1380 London Rd, Sarnia, ON N7S 1P8, Canada