Store lead - bramalea city centre - part time

The Children's Place canada; Brampton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Store Lead in Brampton, Ontario. This role involves supporting the Store Leadership Team, ensuring exceptional customer engagement, and assisting in training and developing store associates. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and prior retail experience, demonstrating strong organizational and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of previous retail experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing talent and coach associates.
• Participate in training programs and support productivity.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and store integrity.

Skills

Customer engagement

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Performance feedback

Self-development

Effective communication

Adaptability

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Children's Place (Place) has always been, and continues to be committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all of its associates and applicants for employment. It is therefore the policy of The Children's Place to hire, train, and promote all of its associates and to administer all other personnel policies regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Children’s Place supports the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and internal employees with disabilities.

The Children's Place (Place) s'engage comme toujours à offrir l'équité en matière d'emploi à tous les associés et candidats à l'emploi. En conséquence, la politique de PLACE est de recruter, former, donner de l'avancement et appliquer toutes les autres politiques relatives au personnel sans considération d'âge, sexe, invalidité, race, origine ethnique, citoyenneté, croyance, orientation sexuelle, état matrimonial ou autre motif décrit dans le Code des droits de la personne de l'Ontario. The Children's Place appuie la pleine intégration des personnes handicapées, conformément au Code des droits de la personne de l'Ontario et à la Loi sur l'accessibilité pour les personnes handicapées de l'Ontario (LAPHO). Les aménagements nécessaires sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats et les employés internes touchés par une invalidité.

Location: Brampton, Ontario

Job Summary: The Store Lead will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team by completing cash-wrap operations, opening and closing procedures, and acting as Leader on Duty (LOD). The Store Lead will represent the brand, operate in a professional manner, engage customers, maintain store standards, and support teamwork and employee development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing talent through the training of associates, including giving in-the-moment coaching conversations.
• Partner with Store Manager to address performance concerns with associates.
• Support and participate in all company training and development initiatives.
• Foster a positive work environment and provide direct, objective feedback in a timely manner.
• Assess performance and provide appropriate feedback during daily interactions and the annual performance review process.
• Motivate and inspire associates to build brand loyalty and create a positive store environment for both internal and external customers.
• Model, encourage, and demonstrate exceptional customer service behaviors while on the sales floor and maintain high standards throughout the store, ensuring brand integrity.
• Represent the company in a professional and positive manner.
• Support the management team to maximize productivity through operational and product knowledge, customer service, and participation in key store initiatives.
• Participate in the Leader on Duty (LOD) program by providing an exceptional customer shopping experience and driving store profitability while leveraging payroll.
• Process payroll weekly.
• Modify schedules based on business needs.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient stockroom, adhering to set policies.
• Ensure Environment (CRE) Standards & Safety requirements are met.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of previous retail experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills and Behaviors:

• Excellent customer engagement skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to give and receive performance-based feedback.
• Embrace self-development.
• Effective communication skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities.
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn internal applications.
• Flexibility to work a schedule including weekends, to meet business needs and availability requirements.
• Physical ability to maneuver on the sales floor and stockroom, climb ladders, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.