Internal Job Board

Retail

TemporaryAssistantManager

CA$53–53k Victoria, British Columbia, Canada CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Temporary Assistant Manager at Internal Job Board. Skills: Sales, Team leadership, Retail operations. Support sales growth. Coach team members”

What You'll Achieve.

Exceed sales goals

Industry & Context.

Retail
Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Critical thinking skills; Troubleshooting skills

Eligibility Requirements

Contract until April 30th 2027, 40 hours weekly

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1-3 years managing retail, 1-3 years supervising 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 experience, Social justice training experience, 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 for recruitment

Create staff development plans

Execute staff development plans

Improve staff engagement

Improve staff retention

Improve staff performance

Support DEIB practices

Ensure staff practice standards

Manage opening procedures

Manage closing procedures

Ensure product integrity

Ensure respectful workplace

Ensure health and safety

Facilitate daily communication

Abide by fresh standards

Abide by rotation rules

Ensure right products

Maintain work environment

Follow merchandising standards

Follow design standards

Provide customer experience

Ensure staff scheduled

Schedule staff skill levels

Schedule at peak times

Ensure staff wellbeing

Ensure payroll accuracy

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Manager; Collaborate with Manager; Work with leaders; Work with team

Communication Scope

Listening skills; Communication skills

Full Job Description

Position: Temporary Manager in Training (contract until April 30th 2027) Hours: 40 Weekly 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 Manager in Training As Manager in Training, 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 MIT supports the Store Manager as needed in all business areas and as delegated by their Retailer; as second-in-command, the MIT 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 you

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