Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 to 44 hours per week Education: Bachelor's degree Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Rural area Remote location Retail business Furniture store Electronic products store Hardware store

Tasks

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Assign sales workers to duties Hire and train or arrange for training of staff Order merchandise Authorize return of merchandise Establish work schedules Sell merchandise Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages Organize and maintain inventory Supervise and co-ordinate activities of workers Manage cash Conduct performance reviews Supervise office and volunteer staff Implement price and credits policies Develop and implement marketing strategies Determine merchandise and services to be sold Determine staffing requirements Manage staff and assign duties Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations

Supervision

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16-20 people Retail salespersons and sales clerks Staff in various areas of responsibility

Computer and technology knowledge

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MS Outlook Word processing software Electronic scheduler Inventory control software Point of sale system Electronic mail

Security and safety

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Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation Valid driver's licence Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Handling heavy loads Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Walking Ability to distinguish between colours Sitting Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player Dependability Excellent written communication Initiative Judgement Ability to multitask Interpersonal awareness Adaptability Collaborative Analytical Creativity Efficiency Energetic Goal-oriented Hardworking Integrity Outgoing Positive attitude Proactive Quick learner Time management

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you currently a student? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? Do you live near the job location? What is the highest level of study you have completed? What is your current field of study? What is your current level of study?

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits

Other benefits

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Free parking available

Support for persons with disabilities

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Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.) Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

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Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

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Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

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Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.) Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities) Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.) Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

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Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.) Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees * Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities