Tech Specialist

London Drugs; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail chain in Courtenay is looking for a TECH Specialist to assist clients with their technology needs. The successful candidate will provide expert advice on Computers, Audio Visual Equipment, and other electronics. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and relevant sales experience. Opportunities for advancement and competitive pay are offered within a welcoming and diverse workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Product training opportunities

Comprehensive benefits program

Employee recognition program

Qualifications

• Proven skills to provide advice and guidance to customers on products and services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and management.
• Maintain a professional image reflecting positively on the company brand.
• Past experience in selling relevant technical products.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on specific products and services.
• Position the store as a destination for technical expertise.
• Provide quality service in a courteous manner.
• Stay updated on new technologies and products.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain sales image.

Skills

Customer advice

Fast-paced retail experience

Communication skills

Professional image

Job description

Now hiring for TECH Specialist

Are you passionate about learning? Do your friends and family members always ask you for tech advice? Are you up-to-date with the latest Computer, Audio/Video and Photo/Electronics trends and products? Do you like meeting new people, and helping them understand this ever changing world of technology?

If so, you could be just the person we’re looking for!

The London Drugs team is on the hunt for client-focused technology experts to share their enthusiasm and expertise for all‑things relating to Computers, Audio Visual Equipment, Mobile Phones, Electronics, and Photographic equipment. As a London Drugs TECH Specialist, you’ll be a trusted expert to our customers, helping them select the technical products perfectly suited to them.

WHAT’S THE JOB ABOUT?

The job of a London Drugs TECH Specialist is to provide sales assistance to our customers in all technical areas of the store including Computers, Audio Visual Equipment, Mobile Phones, Electronics, and Photographic equipment.

Roles and responsibilities

• Work independently to advise clients on specific products and services throughout the Computer, Audio Video and Photo/Electronics departments.
• Position London Drugs as a destination for trusted experts when it comes to consumer electronics technology.
• Provide quality service in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
• Stay up to date on new technology/products and attend product knowledge seminars.
• Perform inventory counts, merchandise, and maintain the professional sales image of the department.

What are we looking for?

• Proven skills to provide advice and guidance to customers on products, services and store promotions.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced retail environment, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to communicate clearly and positively with customers, vendors, employees, and management.
• Ability to maintain a professional image and demeanor, which will reflect positively on the overall London Drugs brand.
• Past experience selling Computers, Audio Visual Equipment, Mobile Phones or Photo/Electronics.

WHY YOU WANT TO WORK HERE

London Drugs is one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most successful retail chains. We offer significant opportunities for you to advance your career through our promote‑from‑within policies. Starting pay will fall within the salary range indicated and may vary based on job‑related experience, knowledge and education. We offer the potential to earn bonuses based on your ability to meet sales goals and other success metrics.

Specifically, here’s what we have to offer:

• Competitive pay that rewards strong and consistent performance.
• Flexible and varied schedules.
• Access to extensive product training and development opportunities.
• A high‑energy and varied workplace that strives for and rewards excellence.
• A comprehensive benefits program including:
  • Team member discounts on in‑store purchases.
  • Ongoing in‑house training and education courses (lifelong learning).
  • Employee family assistance program (free confidential counseling).
  • Employee recognition program (tangible rewards for great work!).

Apply Now!

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

London Drugs may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information (including the information in this application) where it is reasonable for establishing, managing or terminating an employment relationship. This includes the use or disclosure of your personal information to persons inside or external to our organization, for the purpose of checking references or gathering other information to support an assessment of your candidacy.