assistant manager - retail

Work setting

• Retail service establishment
• Urban area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Pet shop
• Retail business
• On-site customer service

Tasks

• Direct and control daily operations
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages

Supervision

• 16-20 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Type of product

• Food and food products
• Animal food

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Word processing software
• Database software
• Inventory control software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet

Animal specialization

• Domestic animals / pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Goal-oriented
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Positive attitude
• Time management
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Reliability

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example : ramps, elevators, etc.)