store manager - retail

Government of Canada - Western; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government office in Comox Valley is seeking a management professional. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in retail management and strong organizational skills. The role requires on-site work with no remote option. Benefits include health care, life insurance, and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Long-term care insurance

Learning/training paid by employer

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in management is required.
• Ability to manage budgets and expenditures.
• Familiarity with retailing and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations.
• Supervise staff and volunteers.
• Resolve customer requests and complaints.

Skills

Retail management

Client focus

Organization

Interpersonal awareness

Adaptability

Education

College diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

Point of sale system

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience
• Retail management
• Retailing and retail operations

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work setting

• Management

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Supervise office and volunteer staff
• Supervise staff or team
• Plan and control budget and expenditures

Experience and specialization

• Computer and technology knowledge: Point of sale system, Electronic mail, Adobe Acrobat Reader, MS Outlook

Exhibit and display design experience

• Merchandising or window

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Merchandise needs analysis

Additional information

• Security and safety: Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Collaborative
• Positive attitude
• Client focus
• Interpersonal awareness
• Organized
• Team player
• Patience
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan
• Health benefits: Disability benefits
• Health benefits: Health care plan
• Health benefits: Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Wellness program