Assistant Department Manager, GM - Jobs in Iqaluit, NU

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Assistant Department Manager, General MerchandiseNorthern and NorthMart is looking for full time Assistant Department Managers, General Merchandise for stores across northern Canada.What it takes to be a Assistant Department Manager with us;Assistant Department Managers play a valuable role in the day-to-day operations of our stores to ensure we provide a variety of essential services to the communities in which we operate. Being an Assistant, Department Manager can be incredibly varied. You could be merchandising or ordering for a specific department, serving customers at the till, receiving deliveries, planning the scheduling for your team or taking charge of the store when the Department Manager is away.What you can look forward to:

• Driving profitable sales for your department
• Accountability for the full operations of your department
• Coaching, motivating and developing a team of store associates
• Prioritizing and tasking work duties
• Planning, organizing, managing and merchandising your department inventory
• Monitoring and adjusting customer service levels within your department

What you will discoverOur environment is a little different than others. You will experience challenges that are unique to our communities. Things can get unpredictable but we are a resilient team that take control of difficult situations; we think outside the box and get creative in order to get the job done. Our best department managers understand this is a physically demanding role and are not afraid to be hands on to get the job done. Enterprising, passionate individuals who are good planners and organizers are always successful with us!What you’ll receive in returnJoining our team as an Assistant Department Manager allows you to take ownership of your own department, create plans and strategies to help increase sales and retain customer loyalty. Department Managers need to be driven, but also goal oriented as we are all working together to reach our targets. In return, we enable our Department Managers to share in the profitable growth of the business, which translates into meaningful financial compensation. We also offer a comprehensive salary and benefits, combined with development and career opportunities to help our managers to learn and grow into a future Retail leader.

• Comprehensive salary and benefits package
• Subsidized food and housing programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Excellent training program
• Opportunity to explore northern Canada

What you’ll need to begin your career with usWe’re looking for Assistant Department Managers with a healthy sense of adventure, who is willing to lead from the front, displays a strong work ethic, and has the ability to work well in changeable situations.You will also bring:

• Minimum 1 to 2 years retail management experience with accountability for people and operations management
• 2 to 3 years department experience required (grocery or general merchandise depending on the position)
• Knowledge of retail merchandising and operational execution practices
• Demonstrated openness, adaptability and tolerance. Work experience within a different culture(s) would be an asset

Departments To Explore:General MerchandiseCommunities & Working Conditions:Our stores, branded Northern and NorthMart are located in rural, semi-remote and remote communities across Canada’s north. Communities vary in population from villages to major urban centres.Tired of falling behind every month With salaries ranging from $40K - $55K, a great bonus program, at least 4 week’s vacation and heavily subsidized living and food allowances, the NWC total rewards package gives you a chance to get ahead.Reports to: Department ManagerKeeping a store stocked involves heavy lifting; you must be able to lift up to 50 poundsRetail hours apply; this means some days are longer than others –but you have the flexibility to manage your time with the support of Store ManagementWe love hiring pairs –couples, siblings, BFFs. Know someone Want to bring them with you Let us know.You are invited to share your unique skills and talents with the community on a volunteer basis, which has proven to be very rewarding.We host regular Information Sessions. To find out more, visit us at www.northerncareers.caThe North West Company prides itself on hiring and employment practices defined by equality and inclusion. Candidates who require accommodation, please notify Human Resources on a confidential basis. All candidates are welcome to apply, but only those legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.Quick Apply

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