Assistant Manager

Postal Code/Zip Code: H4P 2T5

Category: Retail

Requisition Number: 1236-041-AM-FT

Date Opened: April 22, 2021

Number of Openings: 1

Job Type: Permanent

Pay Class: Full Time

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Career Level: Manager (Supervisor of staff)

Who We Are:
Founded in 1982, Ardene has become one of Canada’s premier fashion retailers with over 350 stores in Canada, USA and the Middle East. Through an extensive product mix and continuous commitment to innovation, customer service, fashion and value, we aim to be the fashion value brand leader in Canada and worldwide for fashion accessories, footwear and apparel.

External Description:
THIS COULD BE YOU!

Want to be part of an amazing team? If you’re a vibrant and highly motivated leader with an interest in fashion retail – we want to hear from you.

The Role

The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager to achieve sales objectives, improve employee performance and ensure efficient store operations. The Assistant Manager must lead by example and inspire their team to generate sales as well as provide outstanding customer service all while projecting the company’s culture and image.

In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager oversees all store operations.

Responsibilities Include:
Assisting in the implementation of strategies to achieve the store’s sales and profit budgets.

Oversee all store operations including: opening and closing procedures, store cleanliness, re-stocking and merchandising, customer service and supervision of the team.

Providing excellent customer service and coaching their team accordingly.

Comply with all head office requests regarding store operations.

Processing purchases at the register.

Adhering to all company policies.

Supporting the Store Manager in ensuring company standards are followed in accordance with the employee manual.

Performing all other related duties as directed by the Store Manager.

Qualifications:
Minimum 1-year retail experience in a leadership role

High school diploma or equivalent

Excellent selling and customer service abilities

Strong time management, and priority-setting skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to delegate tasks and take ownership

Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner

Physical requirements:
Ability to stand for extended periods and climb a ladder;

Move, lift and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (weighing up to 30 pounds).

Availability Requirements:
Days, evenings and weekends.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

What’s in it for you?

✓ Fun & fast-paced

✓ Great employee discount

✓ Flexible schedule

✓ Caring leaders

✓ Casual dress code

✓ Limitless opportunity

At Ardene, you’re more than an employee – you’re part of a fun, dynamic and energetic family.

Ardene is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of an individual’s race, ancestry, color, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, family status, marital status or any other or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

Ardene is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of an individual’s race, ancestry, color, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, family status, marital status or any other or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.