Retail Store Department Head

The North West Company Fort Smith

Fort Smith

On-site

CAD 44,370 - 54,230

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

On-site housing options

Job summary

A leading retail company in Fort Smith is seeking a Retail Store Department Head to supervise activities and train staff. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of supervisory experience and must demonstrate cultural awareness to effectively work within the community. Responsibilities include merchandise ordering, conflict resolution, and inventory management. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary of $49,300 annually and requires on-site work with no remote options available.

Qualifications

1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Ability to work effectively in a community-focused environment.
Cultural awareness and respect for Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

Supervise and co‑ordinate activities of workers.
Hire, train staff, or arrange for training.
Sell merchandise and resolve customer issues.
Organize and maintain inventory.

Skills

Supervision skills

Interpersonal awareness

Merchandise ordering

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Retail Store Department Head 62010

Responsibilities

Supervise and co‑coordinate activities of workers
Hire and train staff, or arrange for training of staff
Order merchandise
Establish work schedules
Sell merchandise
Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints, and supply shortages
Organize and maintain inventory

Support for Youths

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

Supervision

Retail salespersons and sales clerks

Work Setting

Rural area, remote location
Willing to relocate
No fly‑in/fly‑out; or rotational arrangements are available
Financial services industry
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Personal Suitability

Interpersonal awareness – the role serves an Indigenous community; candidates must demonstrate cultural awareness, respect, and the ability to work effectively in a community‑focused environment.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Wage

$49,300.00 per year

Benefits