Assistant Manager - Urgent Position

We are searching for a creative Assistant Manager to join our dynamic team at Boutique 1861 in Montréal, QC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Assistant Manager is an awesome opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, leadership and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Assistant Manager at Boutique 1861 today!

Founded in 2009, Boutique 1861 is a fast-growing canadian company specialized in womenswear with four distinct brands: 1861, La petite garçonne, Maison garçonne and Boudoir 1861. The company had its own online store, 1861.ca, as well as four stores, mainly located on Saint-Laurent Street in Montreal. With over 80 employees, the 1861 family has created a stimulating work environment that is constantly blooming. Our work environment distinguishes 1861 from the retail industry as it focuses on wellness and fun at work. You are a motivated and ambitious person? Join our team now!

Job Description

Reporting to the District Manager, the Assistant Manager is responsible for greeting and serving customers in a personalized way based on the expected customer experience of the store as well as acting as a trainer and resource person for the store. 

In-Store Stylist:
- Perform opening and closing of the boutique according to established procedure;
- Greet customers and serve them in a personalized manner according to the customer experience expected at Boutique 1861 and the type of clientele; 
- Giving advice and suggestions to customers;
- Perform various transactions at the cash register;

 
Operational assistance in the store:
- Be the resource person on the floor;
- Organize the zoning and break schedule;
- Supervise the accomplishment of daily, weekly and monthly tasks for the store;
- Train new employees and conduct ongoing in-store training;
- Supervise and evaluate employee performance and provide effective and timely solutions to specific problems;
- Supervise the overall customer experience in the store and provide guidance when necessary; 
- Work closely with employees and managers to ensure open communication and a consistent workflow within the store; 
- Any other related duties.

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Qualifications

- Minimum of a secondary school diploma or equivalent;
- Minimum of one year of relevant experience;
- Experience in team management; 
- Basic computer skills;
- Advanced knowledge of French and English (written and spoken);
- Communication skills;
- Engaging and transformational leadership; 
- Team spirit;
- Sense of priorities and organization;
- Autonomy.

Additional Information

Please apply before March 15, 2023.

Boutique 1861 thanks all the candidates that show interest in this job opening by submitting their resume. However, only candidates considered for hiring will be contacted. The masculine is used for sake of readability. We support equal opportunity for employment.

Benefits of working as a Assistant Manager in Montréal, QC:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package