Seasonal Customer Experience Representative

Indigo; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Indigo, a leading books and lifestyle retailer, seeks a store associate in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. You will create a warm, engaging store atmosphere, connect with customers through storytelling, and curate product selections while upholding visual standards and safety.

The role requires adaptability, a commitment to exceptional customer experiences, and the ability to lift items up to 40 pounds. Flexible scheduling and bilingual French/English skills are valued for all locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in specialty retail or a retail environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new things.
• Commitment to creating an exceptional employee and customer experience.
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods.
• Ability to lift medium to large items, up to 40 pounds, with proper safety techniques.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and early mornings (if required).
• Bilingualism (French/English) is required for all positions in Québec; other languages an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming environment in our stores.
• Add joy to our customers' lives.
• Leverage our product to tell stories.
• Engage and connect with our customers on the floor.
• Curate specific product collections for each customer you meet.
• Ensure Visual Standards are followed and maintained.
• Role model Indigo’s High Performance Characteristics.
• Seek information regarding new products, promotions and programs.
• Contribute to an environment where health and safety is a top priority.
• Take accountability to respond to customer feedback in a timely manner.
• Hold self and others accountable.
• Own self-development and provide continuous feedback to Leadership Team.
• Share ideas with Leadership Team on how to improve the employee and customer experience.

Skills

Retail experience

Adaptability

Customer focus

Mobility on floor

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Flexible scheduling

French/English bilingual

Job description

Indigo is a physical and digital place inspired by and filled with books, ideas, beautifully designed lifestyle products, and the creative people who help make it all happen. We believe in real books, living life fully and generously, being kind to each other and to the environment, and that stories – big and little – connect us. Indigo is our customer’s happy place – for joyful moments of discovery and to connect with people who share their passion for reading, their belief in ideas, and their commitment to making the world a better and more beautiful place.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Our Mission is to inspire reading and enrich the lives of booklovers. As such, we believe in the power of people and their stories. We aim to attract top talent, nurture the potential of our employees, and create space for everyone to thrive. Our Guiding Principles are the few key ideas that are meant to influence everything we do, every day.

• We Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the Best – A’s Hire A’s.
• We Will be Customer Centric.
• We Will Be Data Driven – System Thinking – Entrepreneurial.
• We are Committed to True and Shared Value Creation.
• We Will be Human-Centered and AI Enabled.
• We are Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, Our Environment.

WHO WE ARE

Indigo is a physical and digital place inspired by and filled with books, ideas, beautifully designed lifestyle products, and the creative people who help make it all happen. We believe in real books, living life fully and generously, being kind to each other and to the environment, and that stories – big and little – connect us. Indigo is our customer’s happy place – for joyful moments of discovery and to connect with people who share their passion for reading, their belief in ideas, and their commitment to making the world a better and more beautiful place.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Our Mission is to inspire reading and enrich the lives of booklovers. As such, we believe in the power of people and their stories. We aim to attract top talent, nurture the potential of our employees, and create space for everyone to thrive. Our Guiding Principles are the few key ideas that are meant to influence everything we do, every day.

• We Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the Best – A’s Hire A’s.
• We Will be Customer Centric.
• We Will Be Data Driven – System Thinking – Entrepreneurial.
• We are Committed to True and Shared Value Creation.
• We Will be Human-Centered and AI Enabled.
• We are Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, Our Environment.

Job Description

You’ll help to cultivate an environment that promotes authentic employee and customer experiences and are guided by our culture and mission of adding joy. You role model the Indigo Beliefs by being authentic, seeking inspiration and knowing your audience, and you influence your customers through the stories you tell; connecting them to our brand.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Create a warm and welcoming environment in our stores
• Add joy to our customers' lives
• Leverage our product to tell stories
• Engage and connect with our customers on the floor
• Curate specific product collections for each customer you meet
• Ensure Visual Standards are followed and maintained
• Role model Indigo’s High Performance Characteristics
• Seek information regarding new products, promotions and programs
• Contribute to an environment where everyone knows their health and safety is a top priority and where everyone actively participates in ensuring the health and safety of each other and our customers
• Take accountability to respond to customer feedback in a timely manner
• Hold self and others accountable
• Own self-development and provide continuous feedback to colleagues and Leadership Team
• Share ideas with Leadership Team on how to improve the employee and customer experience

Qualifications

• Experience in specialty retail or a retail environment preferred but not required
• Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to learn new things and be exposed to all aspects of the store
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an exceptional employee and customer experience
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift medium to large items, up to 40 pounds, while using appropriate equipment and safety techniques
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and early mornings (if required for the role)
• Bilingualism (French/English) is required for all positions in Québec; other languages an asset

Additional Information

Indigo uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of the hiring process, such as screening and assessments. These tools support our team but do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.

At Indigo, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility are core to our values. We integrate these principles into our training, policies, and hiring practices and continuously evolve to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

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This posting is for a current opportunity within Indigo.