Retail Store Department Head

The North West Company Inuvik; Northwest Territories; On-site; CAD 47,700 - 58,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

On-site housing options

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Retail Store Department Head in Inuvik, NT. The successful candidate will supervise staff, manage inventory, and handle customer relations in a rural and community-focused environment. Candidates must possess a secondary school diploma and have 1 to 2 years of related experience. Compensation is $53,000 per year. The role requires a commitment to cultural awareness in an Indigenous community setting.

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 2 years of experience in a supervisory role within retail.
• Ability to coordinate and train staff effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills to handle customer requests and supply issues.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of workers in the retail store.
• Hire and train staff or arrange training.
• Organize and maintain inventory.
• Resolve customer complaints and manage merchandise ordering.

Skills

Interpersonal awareness

Cultural awareness

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Retail Store Department Head 62010

Responsibilities

• 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

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, Convenience store, Food service establishment

Location/On-site

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

$53,000.00 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

37.5 hours per week

Terms of employment

Permanent, Full time

Language

English

How to Apply

Online

https://northwest.catsone.com/careers/102911-NTC/jobs/16780319-Retail-Store-Department-Head-Inuvik-NT

By Mail

77 Main Street

Winnipeg, MB

R3C 2R1

Pat O’Donnell

Manager of Recruitment – Stores

The North West Company

Inuvik, NT

Expiration Date September 8, 2026

Source: Hospitality Online