Store Associate (Part-Time/Temporary)

gianttiger; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 1,929,000 - 2,342,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Store discount

Job summary

Giant Tiger in Port Hawkesbury, NS is hiring a Store Associate for a part-time temporary role. You will deliver high levels of customer service, process transactions, replenish merchandise, and maintain planograms in a fast-paced retail environment.

You’ll work a mix of day/evening shifts with weekends, and must be able to lift up to 18 kg. Competitive pay and store discounts are offered, along with opportunities for growth within a Canadian retailer.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail in transactions and merchandising.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of customer service.
• Accurately record customer transactions in electronic cash register, mainline and SCOs.
• Replenish merchandise around the checkout area.
• Follow up on hot selling items and complete markdowns and SKU changes.
• Maintain planograms, labels, tickets and signing standards.
• Perform cycle counts as required.
• Ensure compliance of all policies when selling Tobacco and Lottery.
• Ensure health and safety policies and guidelines are followed.
• Keep checkout work area clean and organized.
• Follow loss prevention best practices.

Skills

Strong customer service

Team player

multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Who We Are:

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We're a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Our store teams are the heart of our mission, making sure every customer has a great experience and finds the products they need at the right price.

We're looking for friendly, motivated people who enjoy helping people and being part of a team - this posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title

Store Associate (Part-Time/Temporary)

Contract End Date

2027-01-02

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Ensuring a high level of customer service;
• Accurately record customer transactions in electronic cash register, mainline and self checkouts (SCOs);
• Replenish merchandise around the checkout area;
• Following up on hot selling items and completing markdowns and SKU changes when needed;
• Maintaining planograms, labels, tickets and signing standards;
• Performing cycle counts as required;
• Ensuring compliance of all policies when selling Tobacco and Lottery;
• Ensuring health and safety policies and guidelines are followed;
• Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized;
• Ensuring Loss prevention best practices are followed.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong customer service skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment;
• Attention to detail;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

When You’ll Work:

A typical full-time schedule will consist of day shifts, two evenings per week, and alternating weekends with a schedule of 35-40 hours weekly. A typical part-time schedule will be a mix of days, evenings and weekends, up to 24 hours weekly.

Physical Demands of Position:

• Stand and/or walk.
• Bend, twist, and squat.
• lift and/or move up to 18 kg (40 lbs.).
• Perform tasks involving firm grasping.
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring a range of hand motions.
• Reach above shoulder height and below waist level.
• Operate equipment, including using a ladder.

Join Giant Tiger and gain meaningful work experience in a fun, community-focused environment. Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly Canadian retailer.

What Giant Tiger Offers:

• Competitive Compensation: Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.
• Career Growth : Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.
• Store Discount: Enjoy savings at your Giant Tiger store with 20% off children's, men's, and ladies' apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, housewares, and eCommerce purchases, applied at the point of sale.

Location

47 Paint Street, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, B9A 3J9

Job Requisition

JR133601

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail] .

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.

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