Store Team Lead (Part-Time) Metrotown

Default Brand; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

40% Family & Friends Discount

Free Vessi product

50% Employee Discount

Job summary

Vessi is seeking a dynamic Retail/Store Manager to lead daily store operations in Vancouver-area locations. You’ll support the Store Manager and Assistant Manager in opening/closing, cash handling, inventory, loss prevention, IT systems, and health and safety to ensure operational excellence.

You’ll train Sales Associates, drive engagement, coach the team, and uphold a customer‑centred experience. The role requires 1+ year of retail management or customer service, excellent communication,

Qualifications

• 1+ year of retail management or customer service experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Ability to work flexible hours and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Store Operations: opening/closing, cash wrap, inventory management, loss prevention, IT systems, health & safety.
• Maintain a clean and organized store appearance and customer experience.
• Other duties as required.
• People Management: train Sales Associates, ensure product & SOP knowledge.
• Drive employee engagement, build store culture, recognize and motivate staff.
• Advise and coach staff and escalate issues to Store Manager as needed.
• Performance: act as brand ambassador, deliver memorable in-store experiences.
• Lead by example to drive sales and hit targets.
• Monitor KPIs (SPH, ATV, conversion rate, NPS, inventory metrics).
• Ensure customer-focused mindset across the team.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

Vessi is a category-defining footwear and apparel brand with roots in Vancouver, Canada. At Vessi we know that water is a magical ingredient for happiness and peace, and since 2018, we've been on a mission to welcome the water and share it with the world. That’s why we create 100% waterproof products that make experiencing the magic of water easier and more fun. We also believe in protecting water supply and replenishing fresh water for people who need it most through exciting charity partnerships.

Our community and team is out in the world spreading kindness, cold plunging, cleaning up coasts, and #makingwaves. And more recently with our expansion into omni-channel, we're enabling even more people to experience the magic of water through our products and brand experiences. We've got big plans ahead with more innovative products and expansion into the US market, and we're on the lookout for passionate and driven individuals to join us on this journey. If you want to be part of a growing brand, and you're the type to walk through a puddle rather than around it, we'll get along just fine! For more information, visit www. ca.vessi.com.

Wage Range: $19-$22

What You’ll Do:

Store Operations

• Support Store Manager and Assistant Store Managerin ensuring all store operations meet company expectations and operational excellence: opening and closing procedures, cash wrap, inventory management, loss prevention, IT systems (POS), and health & safety
• Maintain a clean and organized store appearance (ex. cleaning and drying footwear, maintaining water installations and fixtures, etc.)
• Other duties as required

People Management

• Deliver retail training to Sales Associates and ensure that all retail staff have proper understanding of product, SOPs, and best practices
• Drive employee engagement, create a strong store culture, and ensure the team is recognized and motivated
• Advise, guide, and coach the team on employee issues and elevate to Store Manager as necessary

Performance

• Act as a Vessi brand ambassador, live out our core values, and provide a seamless and memorable in-store experience for our customers
• Lead by example in driving sales and high performance; ensure the team consistently meets and exceeds business goals and sales targets
• Monitor and manage store targets and KPIs such as: sales per hour (SPH), average transaction value (ATV), conversion rate, net promoter score (NPS), and other inventory metrics
• Ensure the team embraces a customer-focused mindset and consistently provides a seamless and memorable customer experience

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ years of retail management or customer service experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of lifting and carrying heavy objects
• Ability to work flexible hours and holidays

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunity to help build an ever-evolving brand
• Competitive wage
• 40% Family & Friends Discount
• Free Vessi product and 50% Employee Discount

At Vessi, we are committed to creating an environment where all team members feel welcome and have the opportunity to succeed. We believe that a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion allows us to truly fulfill our mission and live out our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives and skill sets to apply.