Retail Store Department Head

The North West Company Manto Sipi; God's River; On-site; CAD 46,260 - 56,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

On-site housing options

Job summary

The North West Company Manto Sipi is seeking a Retail Store Department Head located in God's River, Manitoba. This permanent full-time position involves supervising staff, managing inventory, and handling customer requests and complaints.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate interpersonal skills and cultural respect in serving the Indigenous community. A high school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience are required. Comprehensive benefits including health and dental plans are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Ability to work effectively in a community-focused environment.
• Demonstration of cultural respect for Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers.
• Hire, train and organize staff training.
• Manage inventory and order merchandise.

Skills

Interpersonal awareness

Cultural awareness

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Retail Store Department Head

Supervise and co‑ordinate activities of workers, hire and train 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 Site Environment

First Nations settlements.

Work Setting

• Rural area
• Remote location, willing to relocate
• No fly‑in/fly‑out, or rotational arrangements available
• Supermarket/grocery store
• Work must be completed at the physical location; 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 to less than 2 years.

Wage

$51,400 per year.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, financial benefits
• Group insurance benefits, life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Stocks/shares, long‑term benefits
• Maternity and parental benefits, other benefits
• On‑site housing options

Hours per week

37.5 hours.

Terms of Employment

Permanent, full‑time.

Language

English.

Expiration

November 7, 2026.