Department Manager, Joe Fresh Apparel

Job Description

<p><h3>Overview</h3><p>Join to apply for the <b>Department Manager, Joe Fresh Apparel</b> role at <b>Loblaw Companies Limited</b>.</p><p>At Atlantic Superstore, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. Our teams reflect Canada’s diversity and are committed to supporting colleagues through comprehensive training and development.</p><p><b>Department Manager – JOE FRESH Apparel (Valley Market) - Currently supporting New Minas Real Atlantic Superstore #344</b> – In this role, you report directly to the Assistant Store Manager. As DPM JOE FRESH Apparel, you will be responsible for the inventory integrity, merchandising, sales-focused excellence, fashion, creativity and execution of major sales programs. You will oversee all programs within the JOE FRESH Apparel dedicated sales area as well as assigned departments throughout the store.</p><p>As part of our Management Team, you will be a mentor and leader, developing your team through succession planning initiatives, supporting our CORE Values: Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. Part of your responsibility as a Department Manager will include weekly rotational responsibilities/participation as part of our Manager on Duty rotation.</p><p><b>No Previous Retail or Management Experience?</b> At Loblaw, we offer a comprehensive training program to the successful applicant. While the successful applicant may benefit from having Food Service/Restaurant or Retail Store Experience or previous experience leading/managing a team, we are on the lookout for a candidate willing to learn and take on a new career in Retail.</p><h3>What You'll Do</h3><ul><li>Direct and supervise all Joe Fresh Apparel staff to secure efficient in-stock positions and courteous customer service</li><li>Ensure productivity within all areas is efficient, achieving expectations within each department</li><li>Respond immediately to customer inquiries, requests and complaints, ensuring courteous customer relations at all times</li><li>Maximize sales and gross profit, ensuring sales goals and budgets are met through optimal inventory levels</li><li>Hire all part-time staff and train new employees</li><li>Support and schedule all colleagues ensuring compliance with scheduling practices and wage cost control</li><li>Interpret and administer Company policy and ensure compliance with Employee Guidelines</li><li>Maintain the condition of service counters, production areas and offices (5's standards)</li><li>Ensure safety, sanitation and overall conditions of assigned work areas including back shop</li></ul><h3>What You'll Need</h3><ul><li>Flexibility to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, occasional night shifts, and weekends</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Accept responsibility for department metrics, leadership and colleague engagement</li><li>Three to five years’ experience in apparel/fashion/retail service is beneficial</li><li>Prior management experience is beneficial</li><li>Grade 12 Diploma (GED or equivalent)</li><li>A strong understanding of DATA analytics</li></ul><p>Employment Type: Full time<br/>Type of Role: Regular</p><p>We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.</p><p>At Loblaw, we respect the environment, source products with integrity and make a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits.</p></p> #J-18808-Ljbffr