Assistant Manager

Looking for a job that’s fast paced and pays you for your efforts? Welcome to Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse, a national furniture chain with locations from Alberta to Newfoundland with a reputation for unbeatable warehouse pricing, no fancy showrooms, no unnecessary overhead, just great furniture, great prices and great people. Summary The Assistant Manager is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level. This role is vital in developing future store leaders who will uphold our commitment to excellent customer service and operational excellence. This role is not for the manager that sits in the office, this is a hands-on, on the floor selling role. We are looking for driven, customer-focused Managers who are ready to build a career. We are looking for * Strong leadership and team management skills * Excellent communication and organizational abilities * Experience or interest in retail sales management * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment * Prior supervisory or managerial experience is preferred but not mandatory If you are * Energetic, positive, and customer-focused * Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills * Sales-savvy, understanding how to drive sales both for yourself and the store * A coach and mentor who can keep the team focused, motivated on target Basic Requirement * High School diploma required (post-secondary preferred) * Weekend and evening availability * Reliable transportation * Proficient in computers/technology What you will do * Assist in daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes. * Support the management team in achieving sales targets and customer satisfaction goals. * Participate in staff training and development activities. * Help oversee inventory control, merchandising, and store presentation. * Contribute to team leadership by motivating staff and fostering a positive work environment. * Learn about budgeting, payroll, and administrative tasks related to retail management. * Engage with customers to enhance their shopping experience. * Collaborate with various departments to support company growth objectives. Call-To-Action 'Step into your future with Surplus Furniture! If you’re ready to grow your career in retail leadership, we invite you to take the first step toward an exciting journey with us.' Our Hiring Promise At Surplus Furniture we believe in a personal, human centered hiring process. * No AI screening * No automated tools * Every application reviewed by a real person To keep the process fair and authentic, we kindly ask applicants not to use AI tools when preparing resumes, cover letters or interview responses. Accessibility & Inclusion We are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require assistance or accommodations, please indicate this in your application. Diversity drives innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and occupations. From day one you will be treated with respect.

The Assistant Manager will oversee daily store operations, including inventory control, merchandising, and staff training to ensure operational excellence. They are responsible for driving sales targets and fostering a positive, customer-focused environment through hands-on leadership.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, with post-secondary education preferred, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. The role requires availability for evenings and weekends, reliable transportation, and proficiency in computer technology.

• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Inventory ControlSouhaitée
• BudgetingSouhaitée
• LeadershipSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• PaieSouhaitée
• CoachingSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Leadership
• Team management
• Communication
• Organizational abilities
• Retail sales management
• Customer service
• Inventory control
• Merchandising
• Staff training
• Budgeting
• Payroll
• Administrative tasks
• Coaching
• Mentoring
• Computer proficiency
• Retail Operations
• Energetic
• Organizational Skills
• Administrative Functions
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Customer Service
• Training And Development
• Sales
• Selling Techniques
• Warehousing
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Inventory Control
• Operational Excellence
• Retail Management
• Retail Sales
• Team Leadership
• Team Management
• Confident Communicator

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Assistant Manager
• Assistant General Manager
• Managing Directors and Chief Executives
• General and Operations Managers

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine