Store Manager

Ardene; Prince Albert No. 461; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned fashion retail company in Prince Albert No. 461 is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all store operations. You will collaborate with the District Supervisor to drive sales and profitability while training and developing your team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of retail management experience and a high school diploma. This role includes managing performance, handling customer complaints, and creating a positive work environment, alongside various employee perks and a welcoming culture.

Benefits

Group insurance

Bonus possibilities

Dynamic work environment

Employee discount

Upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards

Paid birthday off

Wellness days

Wellness initiatives

Contests

Opportunities for growth

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales and profit budgets.
• Train store team on company standards and programs.
• Resolve conflicts and take action on low performance.
• Recruit and motivate talent, recognizing good performance.
• Handle customer complaints and ensure timely resolution.
• Manage employee schedules and adhere to health and safety standards.

Skills

Retail management experience

Visual merchandising

People development skills

Time management

Stress management

Delegation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THIS COULD BE YOU!

Want to be part of an amazing team? If you’re a vibrant and highly motivated leader with an interest in fashion retail – we want to hear from you.

The Role

The Store Manager works with the District Supervisor to oversee all store operations, as well as plan & execute strategies to drive sales and profitability. The Store Manager is responsible for merchandising, customer service, as well as their teams training & development.

The Store Manager must adhere to all company policies and procedures and must be a role model and demonstrate the utmost professionalism and integrity while creating a climate of trust and respect within the team. They must keep an open mind when dealing with customer and employee issues, listen to others and make fair and honest decisions accordingly. The Store Manager monitors performance and takes immediate action on substandard performance. They are able to lead and create an overall positive customer and employee experience.

Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborating with the District Supervisor to develop and implement strategies to achieve the store’s sales and profit budgets.
• Training store team (current employees and new hires) on company standards and programs in accordance with the employee manual.
• Taking action with the support of the District Supervisor on low performance and resolving conflicts.
• Recruiting and retraining talent by motivating their team and recognizing good performance.
• Conducting administrative and operational duties as required.
• Performing opening and closing procedures as per operational guidelines.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Preparing and managing employee weekly schedule.
• Handling customer complaints and resolving them in a timely manner.
• Comply with all head office requests regarding store operations.
• Processing and managing all incoming merchandising shipments.
• Handling all returns to head office as required.
• Comply with policy and regulations as per the company’s employee manual.
• Processing cash/credit/debit purchases at the register.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2-3 years retail management experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience and/or education in visual merchandising
• Solid business acumen
• Proven people development skills and ability to assess talent
• Strong time management and priority-setting skills
• Ability to manage stress in a fast‑pace environment
• Ability to delegate tasks and take ownership
• Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and climb a ladder;
• Move, lift and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (weighing up to 30 pounds).

Availability Requirements:

• Days, evenings and weekends.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

What's in it for you?

✓ Group insurance

✓ Bonus possibilities

✓ Dynamic and friendly work environment

✓ Employee discount

✓ Upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards

✓ Birthday paid off & Wellness days

✓ Wellness initiatives

✓ Cool contests

✓ Opportunities for growth

At Ardene, you’re more than an employee – you’re part of a fun, dynamic and energetic family.