TAF Assistant Store Manager - Newmarket

Accent Group; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Accent Group is seeking a Store Leader for The Athlete’s Foot in Newmarket. This role involves overseeing a dedicated team, engaging with the community, and managing performance-driven operations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in retail leadership, a passion for motivating teams, and a proven record of achieving sales targets. Embrace this opportunity to lead in an inclusive environment that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

40% off Accent Group brands

Discounted gym memberships and health insurance

Participation in leadership conferences

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a full-time/senior casual sales assistant or similar roles.
• Proven track record in driving sales and meeting KPIs.
• Motivated with a 'Make it Happen' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a passionate team at The Athlete's Foot Newmarket Store.
• Engage in local community activations and partner with sporting events.
• Work with the Store Manager on performance and operational initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Management

Team Motivation

Visual Merchandising

Operational Excellence

Job description

At The Athlete’s Foot, our team members are highly passionate about inspiring, motivating, and empowering our customers to better their best. We believe that people ultimately want to lead a healthy and fit way of life, and we want to empower them to do so by providing correctly fitted footwear and personalized service. From their first pair of shoes to their last, our team is there to ensure that whatever activity they want to do, they’re wearing the right shoes. Our service extends beyond our four walls to support our local communities by engaging with health professionals, schools, and local sporting clubs.

Joining The Athlete’s Foot is more than just a job; it is a family who cares, develops, grows, and rewards each and every one of us.

The role & responsibilities:

We are looking for a Store Leader eager to accelerate their career by overseeing a passionate team at The Athlete’s Foot Newmarket Store.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader keen to progress in retail. The right candidate will work closely with the Store Manager to drive high performance, successful people management, and operational initiatives.

The role also involves engaging in local community activations, partnering with sporting events, and managing relationships with healthcare professionals. This role goes beyond typical retail duties, involving activities outside the store to drive brand growth.

Benefits & culture:

• 40% off Accent Group brands including Hype DC, Skechers, Platypus, Vans, and more
• Access to our Employee Benefits program with discounted gym memberships and health insurance
• Participation in leadership conferences, awards nights, product launches, and more
• Work alongside passionate sneaker enthusiasts with premium products
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience as a full-time/senior casual sales assistant, key holder, supervisor, or 3IC
• A motivated and driven ‘Make it Happen’ attitude
• A passion for leading and inspiring a team to succeed
• A proven track record in driving sales and meeting KPIs and targets
• Operational excellence with stock control and visual merchandising skills

At Accent Group Limited, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental abilities. We strive to create an equal employment environment where everyone can be themselves. We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of the land, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.