Assistant Store Manger - Ottawa, Canada - Fjällräven

Fjällräven

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic leaders to join our Fjällräven team in the Ottawa
area.

Our adventure offers Store Managers the chance to be part of a growing, dynamic, and driven team that promotes values like sustainability and well-being.

As an on-the-ground ambassador in our retail store, you will promote Fjällräven's core values, including:

Nature
Our goal is to connect people to spend time in nature and to protect our planet's natural systems.

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Economy

We produce and sell highquality, durable products and continuously innovate to provide highvalue to customers and to our business for many decades to come.

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Society

We practice good corporate citizenship in the communities where we are present and aim to be a net contributor to a wellfunctioning society everywhere we do business.

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Wellbeing

We aim to respect each individual's integrity, treat people fairly, encourage a balanced life, and offer personal development.

This position is a
full time exempt Store Manager role located in our Ottawa
retail store and reports to the Regional Manager.

WHAT WE OFFER
When you join us at Fjällräven, expect the following benefits:

401(k) retirement program with employer match
Financial wellness program, including financial coaching and loans
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for medical, dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
Product discounts and access to our outdoor events
A sustainable product and operation

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As the Store Manager, you are responsible for all aspects of retail store operations, its financial success, and for the strategy and development of your team and community.

This position ensures the success of the retail store in achieving its metrics within the four directions of our Compass; Nature, Economy, Society and Well-Being.

You ensure that store principles are followed, providing exceptional guest experience through quality education, relationship building, and by delivering a best-in-class Fjällräven brand experience.

We see employee diversity as a guiding principle in our employment policy.

This means promoting the diversity of the individuals in the company in order to attain the highest possible productivity, creativity and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

Motivates, leads, and holds team accountable to deliver and grow sales along with other metrics and KPI's
Leads by example with the results within their store.
Creates strategic schedules based on labor guidelines and performance to maximize guest experience while minimizing payroll expenses.
Ensures full compliance with applicable labor and employment laws/regulations.
Encourages community development within their store. Manages/supports community lead in the creation of events, relationship building, guide program and corporate sales. Actively includes a diverse community base in our goal to inspire the world to walk with nature.
Recruits, hires, and trains a diverse team while effectively planning for future succession
Responsible for clear, thoughtful communication to their team, peers, managers, and headquarters

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

Demonstrated ability for leadership and a minimum of 2 years' experience preferred
Flexibility in handling change
Adapts to new situations with innovative approaches
Organizational and time management skills with proven aptitude to prioritize and manage workload and to instill a sense of urgency in others as necessary to meet deadlines and goals
Customer service, relationship management, and business development skills
Proven ability to analyze trends, processes, and procedures and to develop innovative and effective solutions for improved performance
Strong overall business acumen with an ability to understand the direction, priorities, and goals of the organization
Proven problem solving, decision making, critical thinking, and strategic thinking skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; presents a positive and professional image and is successful at achieving results through the effort of others
Ability to effectively and respectfully collaborate with diverse teams to create a positive shopping experience and inclusive workplace environment for all
Technology skills, including intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office

ABOUT US
We are an international outdoor company with an aim to connect more people in nature. Our story begins in Sweden a few years back

It all started with a backpack. The founder of Fjällräven, Åke Nordin, was called into nature by the life-altering experiences he had in the outdoors. The backpack he used, however, was less inspiring. Uncomfortable and impractical, Åke was convinced there must be a better way and he set out to create it.

Born out of passion and created for necessity, Åke's spirit of innovation, respect for nature, and desire t