store manager - retail

SILVER CITY FOOD MARKET TWO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local retail store in Ottawa is seeking a Store Manager for overseeing daily operations and managing staff. The ideal candidate will have a college diploma and 2–3 years of retail management experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include evaluating store operations, developing marketing strategies, and managing budgets. A competitive compensation of $43.75 per hour offers a full-time evening shift. Benefits include free parking and a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Free parking available

Green job – contributes to environmental preservation

Flexible onboarding for veterans

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of retail store management experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle heavy loads.
• Capability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily store operations.
• Manage staff and assign duties.
• Evaluate daily operations.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

College or university diploma in a related field

Job description

Store Manager – Retail

Responsible for directing daily store operations, managing staff, developing marketing strategies, and overseeing financial performance.

Location

Ottawa, ON K1K 1X1 – On‑site

Compensation

$43.75 per hour – 37.5 hours per week – Evening shift – Permanent employment – Full time

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily store operations
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors’ operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Implement price and credit policies
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Oversee payroll administration
• Conduct performance reviews
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Qualifications

College or university diploma in a related field; 2–3 years of retail store management experience; excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills; ability to work under pressure, handle heavy loads and stand for extended periods.

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Green job – contributes to environmental preservation and Canada’s net‑zero target
• Flexible onboarding for veterans; diversity and inclusion training for all

EEO Statement

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as members of any employment group. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.