Job Description

Position: Kitchener Store Manager

Reports to: Regional Manager

Compensation: Base salary + commission + bonus

Summary

SHOE PER is an independently owned family footwear store that carries current brands and styles for men women and children. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sales performance, customer satisfaction, and staff training and development. You will work to foster client loyalty and expand our brand presence. The ideal candidate will spearhead these efforts with a customer-centric attitude.

The store manager will oversee all aspects of store performance through sales management, operational and personnel functions, as well as store visual aesthetics and environment. By initiating long-term strategies and company initiatives, the store manager will also ensure maximum productivity, profitability, operational excellence and compliance with company procedures.

Working conditions:

Full time 37.5 + hours / week (excludes 30 minute lunch breaks) Hours may include evenings and / or weekends Overtime as required.
Desired skills / requirements:

Strong leadership skills Strong sales / service skills Excellent motivational skills / trainer / coach Completion of a University degree or College diploma preferred Must have at least 3-5 years of retail management experience Proficient spoken and written English, Strong analytical / numeric skills Excellent professional judgement Punctual, meticulous, presentable and reliable Courteous with staff and the public Strong computer skills (Gmail, Calendars, Excel, Word) Access to car / Drivers License Some lifting 10 - 30 lbs. Standing for long periods of time. Detail oriented Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Core Competencies

Customer Focus Communication Team Work Quality Orientation Time Management Adaptability/ Flexibility Creative and Innovative Thinking Decision Making and Judgement Planning and Organizing Problem Solving Result Focus Accountability and Dependability Ethics and Integrity Mediating and Negotiating Providing Consultation Leadership Coaching and Mentoring Staff Management Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations Mathematical Reasoning Development and Continual Learning
What we offer:

Awesome work environment and work culture Employee discounts Internal Operation for growth Competitive wages, commission on sales, bonus for hitting targets
SHOE PER is committed to using its best efforts to meet the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Paid time off Store discount
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Retail management: 3 years (required)
Language:

Fluent professional english (required)
Location:

Kitchener, ON N2C 1X4 (required)
Work Location: In person