Sales Lead Canada

Journeys; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in teen retail is seeking a Sales Lead to enhance store operations and foster a vibrant shopping experience. This role involves achieving sales goals, training associates, and managing daily operations in a fun and energetic environment. The company values individuality and offers rapid promotion opportunities, making it a great place for those looking to grow in retail. Join a team that celebrates success and encourages self-expression while providing excellent benefits and a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vacation

Employee Discount

Community Service Hours

Qualifications

• Prior retail sales experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training and developing a successful sales team.
• Manage daily store operations in management’s absence.
• Provide a fun, full-service experience to customers.

Skills

Retail Sales Experience

Customer Service Skills

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Completion of Training Programs

Job description

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Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats, and accessories. With more than 800 stores across all 50 US states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, Journeys offers popular brands like Converse, Vans, Dr Martens, UGG, Adidas, Timberland, Birkenstock, Crocs, and Hey Dude. The company fosters a vibrant in-store experience with energetic environments, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere that encourages self-expression. Journeys is more than just a retailer — it’s a part of teen and youth culture.

Why Work for Journeys?

• We celebrate and reward success!
• Rapid promotion opportunities for top performers — we promote from within
• We are a family with an Attitude That Cares
• We encourage you to embrace your individuality
• You get to work in a fun environment with the coolest people around
• We conduct business with integrity and passion
• Excellent benefits and employee discount
• Compensation includes base pay, sales commission, and bonus potential

Job Summary

Assist store management with basic store operations, developing associates, and achieving sales goals and performance standards.

Essential Job Functions

1. Meet and exceed sales goals and performance standards.
2. Assist in training and developing a successful sales team.
3. Provide feedback, coaching, and enforce company policies.
4. Perform opening and closing duties.
5. Manage daily store operations in management’s absence.
6. Manage Loss Prevention practices.
7. Communicate store needs to management.
8. Complete bank deposits.
9. Complete assigned tasks promptly.
10. Complete required training.
11. Provide a fun, full-service experience to customers.
12. Resolve customer issues effectively.
13. Demonstrate Journeys' culture to the team.

Job Requirements

1. Prior retail sales experience preferred.
2. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
3. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
4. Desire to succeed in retail.
5. Willingness to learn.
6. Completion of training programs or equivalent.
7. Availability for night and weekend shifts.
8. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
9. Must be at least 18 years old.

Pay and Benefits

More info at www.journeys.com/careers. Benefits vary by location and may include health insurance, vacation, community service hours, and more.

Pre-Application Disclosures

Equal employment opportunity statement and contact info for accommodations.