Lush Handmade Cosmetics

AssistantManager

CA$53–53k Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Assistant Manager at Lush Handmade Cosmetics. Skills: Sales goals, Customer experience, Staff experience, Operational excellence. Support sales growth. Coach team members”

What You'll Achieve.

Exceeding sales goals

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Critical thinking skills; Troubleshooting skills

Eligibility Requirements

Flexible hours

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1-3 years managing retail, Excellent listening skills, Excellent communication skills, Excellent analytical skills, Excellent critical thinking skills, Excellent troubleshooting skills, Excellent organization skills, Excellent time management skills, Customer service skills, Supervisory skills, Sales skills, Knowledge of skincare, Knowledge of natural beauty, Knowledge of ethical business, Ability to work flexible hours

Nice to Have

Experience with consultation-based customer service, Ability to develop staff, Ability to train staff, Proficient in excel, Proficient in Microsoft suite, Adaptable to other systems, Basic HR skills, Experience in cross cultural collaboration, DEIB training, Social justice training, Fluency in Spanish, Fluency in French, Fluency in other languages

What You'll Do.

Build peer relationships

Build customer relationships

Connect to brand values

Support shop staffing

Network within markets

Succession plan staff

Collaborate on staff development plans

Improve staff engagement

Improve staff retention

Improve staff performance

Support DEIB practices

Support manager with policies

Ensure staff practice company standards

Ensure product integrity

Maintain respectful workplace

Ensure health and safety

Facilitate daily communication

Abide by fresh standards

Abide by rotation rules

Ensure right products

Maintain clean environment

Maintain beautiful environment

Follow merchandising standards

Follow design standards

Provide consistent customer experience

Ensure right staff numbers

Ensure right skill levels

Schedule staff at peak times

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Manager; Collaborate with Manager; Peer relationships; Customer relationships

Communication Scope

Listening skills; Communication skills

Full Job Description

Position: Assistant Manager Hours: 40 Weekly Interview Plan Ever wondered what it’s like behind the bubbles? #lushcareers Lush North America has been creating fresh and handmade cosmetics for the past 20 years- keeping our customers’ bathtubs and showers a little more magical through our retail shops across Canada and the US. We are dedicated to the practices of fair trade sourcing and supporting sustainable communities as well as giving back to organizations that can make a difference. We Offer: A fun and funky store atmosphere where individualism is encouraged A 50% discount off all our products to keep you smelling and feeling fresh An unconventional retail structure to support your entrepreneurial spirit The opportunity for growth as Lush loves to promote from within Assistant Manager As Assistant Manager, you bring Lush’s Leadership Practices into all elements of your business interactions with customers, fellow staff and operations: Be Real, Be Curious, Lead Fearlessly, Adapt and Evolve, Grow Talent, and Live with Purpose. The ASM supports the Shop Manager as needed in all business areas and as delegated by their Retailer; as second-in-command, the ASM will pick up Manager duties as required to support a strong customer experience, staff experience, shop operational excellence, and exceeding sales goals. Responsibilities: Sales and supporting the growth of your team through coaching and leading by example. Be Real: with your needs and feedback for your team and leaders and adaptable to the needs of the business as required Live with Purpose: engage your team at every level of your business to ensure they are inspired, motivated and building strong peer and customer relationships and are connected to the brand values Recruitment and Selection: Support the staffing of your shop with top-performing staff by working actively within your markets to network, recruit, hire and succession plan. Staff Development: collaborate with your Manager on creating and executing

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