Job Description

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Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.

Job type:

Full-time, Contract

We truly value diversity in our workforce and therefore, welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.

Are you ready to contribute to something truly special?

We're looking for a Shop Manager who will be leading a team in our brand-new store in Quinte Mall. You will be shaping the success of our new store and leaving your mark on its growth journey. This is a Contract position that may become permanent, the hours are estimated to be up to 40 hours per week. This individual will report to the District Manager.

Job Overview:

This position serves as a liaison between the shop and the Purdys Support Office and positively supports its policies, programs and initiatives. You will be responsible for achieving overall profitability, maintaining efficient shop operations, and providing effective leadership and management to the retail team. Your success in this role will come from your ability to engage with customers, drive sales, and work in a team environment.

You will have the opportunity to:

Achieving profit goals by using your sales drive Providing Customer Service through leadership by example, training, coaching, motivating, managing and scheduling others Selecting new members, training and developing existing team members Building a strong team by using counselling, disciplining, and providing written performance reviews Controlling inventory levels of product and supplies to meet daily requirements

You will be a good fit if you:

Have a minimum of 2 years of progressive management experience in a retail or hospitality Are flexible to work all mall hours

Get ready to enjoy:

Growing your careers alongside the growth of the store Extended Health & Dental Plan Sickness and Disability Plans, Dental, Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long Term Disability Plan Referral programs Employee discount (RRSP Matching Program, Profit Sharing, Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement if you become our permanent employee)

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.



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