store manager - retail

Government of Canada; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Bridgewater, Canada, is seeking a Retail Operations Manager to oversee daily functions in a busy retail environment. The candidate should possess a secondary school graduation certificate and have 1 to 2 years of experience managing staff. This role involves evaluating operations, organizing budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without remote work options.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years' experience in a retail environment is required.
• Ability to manage and supervise staff effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control daily operations of the retail establishment.
• Evaluate operations and plan budgets.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise staff.

Skills

Computer knowledge

Point of sale system

Inventory control software

Electronic mail

MS Outlook

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Electronic scheduler

Database software

Spreadsheet

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

Overview

Languages:
English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Retail service establishment
• Jewellery store
• Retail business

Responsibilities Tasks

• Direct and control daily 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
• 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

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Electronic scheduler
• Database software
• Inventory control software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• MS Outlook

Area of specialization

• Electronic

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods