Assistant Front Store Manager

About the Role

Join a community-focused, locally owned retail store delivering health, beauty, and convenience services. This full-time position supports the Front Store Manager in managing staffing, physical resources, and financial goals to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain store standards consistently to improve the customer experience, increase foot traffic, and boost profitability.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure store standards—including backroom operations—are upheld at all times.
• Assist in labor scheduling alongside the Front Store Manager, utilizing Work Force Management (WFM) tools to optimize staff productivity.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet business operational needs effectively.

Human Resources Duties

• Adhere to company human resources policies and standards.
• Participate in recruitment and hiring processes for all departments except Pharmacy in support of the Front Store Manager.
• Manage wage administration in line with SLPH guidelines.
• Promote company culture by leading with core values, fostering staff engagement, and motivating the team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong planning, judgment, and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience with inventory management preparation and planning.
• Ability to control expenses using sound judgment.
• Leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and ongoing development of staff.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle shifting priorities efficiently.

Experience Requirements

• Prior retail management experience is required.
• Proven ability to lead business growth initiatives by example and support corporate programs.
• Experience working collaboratively with management teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
• Strong business and financial understanding.
• Ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Information

This role is based in a Shoppers Drug Mart store network where each location is locally owned, offering the benefits of local ownership combined with national brand support. Employees enjoy access to a purchase discount program, flexible schedules, competitive wages, and online learning opportunities through Academy.

The company values Canada’s diversity and actively strives to reflect it in its products, hiring, and culture. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. Compliance with legal and ethical standards is integral, supporting our Code of Conduct and stakeholder expectations.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $17.65 to $20.75 CAD, with final compensation influenced by the applicant's experience, knowledge, and location within Nova Scotia.