Assistant Store Manager jobs in Transcona, SK

Overview:

About the role: As an integral part of the support structure of the store, you’re a member of the management team who aspires to uphold and develop the team alongside the store manager. You are an expert at balancing between a sales focus and operations focus; making sure things get done is your forte.

You assist with the store’s team development and work hard to create an environment where all team members are driven to success through your efforts. You`re always willing to develop your knowledge and you love change!

What’s in a career for me at Petland?

• Opportunity for growth and advancement -75% of Petland’s leaders began their careers as Pet Counsellors. Opportunities for change and movement are plentiful!
• Petland University classes -offering an opportunity to expand your pet care knowledge and management classes and seminars to assist your development both personally and professionally. We invest more than a half million dollars annually into the development of our teams by offering free classes for you to attend to build your skills.
• Health and Benefits Package -our full time team members enjoy a generous health care plan, and after five years with the management team, an excellent RRSP program kicks in.
• Support of a team -even on your toughest days, you can always come to work and feel good about being part of a family atmosphere that picks you up when you are down.
• Integrity -be confident in the knowledge that we have a 100% adoption rate!
• Passion -work in a company which allows you to live with passion and excitement for your work, the animals, the guests in the store and most importantly, for you.
• Impact -be part of something BIG! Even the newest voice is heard. Help us change the world! Be part of your community with us- participate in hamster races, dog washes, fundraisers for rescue adoption partnerships, birthday parties and so much more!
• FUN!- We are a company which is successful because of our ability to get the job done while still having fun. We take five minutes every day to create a “magical” experience for a guest and their family. Hug a kitten, walk a blue tongue skink on a leash; the opportunities to have and create fun exist everywhere!

Duties

• Lead and supervise daily store operations, ensuring the team follows established procedures and delivers attentive customer service.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, train, and develop team members; provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate schedules and team coverage, delegate tasks, and support effective team management.
• Oversee retail sales, sales management activities, and customer service, addressing questions and resolving concerns professionally.
• Support cashiering and cash handling, and help ensure accurate point-of-sale (POS) transactions and records.
• Monitor merchandising, product presentation, pricing, and inventory; coordinate purchasing and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Communicate clearly with employees, customers, and vendors, including by phone and in person.
• Use sound judgment and time-management skills to prioritize tasks and keep operations organized.

Pay: $16.70-$17.70 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Store discount

Work Location: In person