Company Overview

Essex Home Hardware is a 100% Canadian owned and locally operated cooperative, with a presence across every province and territory in Canada. As the country’s largest independent, dealer-owned hardware, lumber, building materials, and furniture cooperative, we are committed to supporting local communities and providing exceptional service.

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Seasonal Department Head to lead our team and assist in the seasonal transitions. This leadership role involves overseeing daily store operations, managing staff, ensuring accurate inventory, assisting with merchandising seasonal products using planograms and create custom eye-catching displays. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, retail management expertise and a passion for team development.

Responsibilities
Lead and supervise store staff to ensure efficient daily operations, including opening and closing procedures while demonstrating exceptional customer service.




Coordinate merchandising efforts to optimize product displays and inventory presentation during seasonal transitions.
Train and develop team members in sales techniques, product knowledge, and customer service standards.
Cross train on Cash to better serve our customers.
Lead by example by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude every day. Sets the standard through actions, supports team members, and consistently follows through on commitments.

We can train skills, but we can’t train attitude. We’re happy to teach the right person the ins and outs of the role and support their growth across different departments. What we’re looking for is a positive attitude, solid work ethic, willingness to learn, and a team-first mindset.

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 44.0 per week

Perks:
Dental care
Extended health care
In office parking
Store discount
Vision care

Work Location: In person

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