Senior Retail Operations & Purchasing Leader

Royal Ontario Museum; Toronto; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural institution in Toronto is seeking an Associate Vice President, Retail Business Operations to lead its retail strategy and eCommerce initiatives. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 15 years in retail business operations, showcasing strong leadership, financial acumen, and a passion for culture. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, negotiating with suppliers, and developing innovative product lines. This role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, encouraging creative thinking and community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Pension plan with employer matching

Parental leave top-up

Free museum membership

Discounts to attractions

Qualifications

• Minimum fifteen years of management experience in retail business operations
• Proven leadership in achieving sales growth targets
• Strong understanding of e-commerce operations and digital retail integration

Responsibilities

• Lead daily retail operations and manage business performance
• Develop strategic initiatives to increase revenue
• Negotiate with suppliers and develop product assortments
• Oversee Shopify e-commerce operations and ensure cultural alignment

Skills

Retail operations expertise

Supplier negotiations

Revenue generation

Business analytics

Leadership and team development

Project management

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Education

University degree in Retail Business or related discipline

Tools

Shopify Plus

MS Office

Retail analytics tools

Job description

A cultural institution in Toronto is seeking an Associate Vice President, Retail Business Operations to lead its retail strategy and eCommerce initiatives. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 15 years in retail business operations, showcasing strong leadership, financial acumen, and a passion for culture. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, negotiating with suppliers, and developing innovative product lines. This role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, encouraging creative thinking and community engagement.