Department Manager

Founded in 2006, Joe Fresh is a leading source for modern style and accessible design, offering comprehensive lifestyle collections for men, women and children. Joe Fresh delivers quality and compelling value in categories spanning in apparel, accessories, and footwear. Joe Fresh collections are polished and sophisticated, with a focus on essential designs that appeal to a broad range of style-savvy consumers. With more than 350 Joe Fresh departments from coast to coast, the Joe fresh network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness, and inclusivity. We are looking for innovative, hardworking, and collaborative team members for our Joe Fresh team. Join our team in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

What you'll do:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a specific department within a store

• Ensure the department meets or exceeds sales and profitability goals

• Train and develop department associates in customer service, product knowledge, and merchandising

• Ensure merchandise is stocked, displayed, and priced appropriately

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with other departments to ensure timely replenishment

• Maintain a clean and safe department for customers and employees

• Manage departmental expenses and assist in budget preparation

• Communicate regularly with store management and other department managers to ensure store-wide goals are being met

• Be constantly on the lookout for great talent to join our team

• Lead, coach and motivate colleagues to improve productivity, engagement and retention

• Be committed to maintaining merchandising and operational standards

• Building and leading diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

What you bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred

• Previous retail management experience, preferably in a departmental or specialty store setting

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop associates

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of retail operations, including merchandising, inventory management, and customer service

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.

How You’ll Succeed:
At Joe Fresh, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Joe Fresh recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

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