Job Title

Blady Middle Eastern Market is a specialty grocery store and eatery in Winnipeg, Canada, that offers a wide range of authentic Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food items, including fresh bakery goods, halal meats, and house-made dips. About Blady Middle Eastern MarketThe store was opened by Palestinian immigrant Issa Qandeel in 2018. The name ''Blady'' means ''my home, my town, my country, my village'' in Arabic, reflecting the owner''s goal to bring a taste of home to the local community. The market is known for its wide selection of items that can be difficult to find elsewhere, a fresh bakery, an in-house butcher, and a deli. Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Store Manager to join our retail team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting store operations, driving sales, and ensuring excellent customer service. This position offers an opportunity to develop leadership skills and gain comprehensive retail management experience in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Store Manager will assist in supervising staff, managing daily store activities, and implementing merchandising strategies to maximize profitability. Responsibilities Support the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures. Assist with recruiting, training, and developing team members to ensure high performance and excellent customer service. Manage payroll, scheduling, and time management for staff to optimize store coverage. Lead sales initiatives by implementing effective merchandising, pricing strategies, and promotional activities. Supervise cashiering operations, including cash handling, POS transactions, and bookkeeping accuracy. Monitor inventory levels, assist with purchasing decisions, and coordinate stock replenishment to meet sales goals. Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and store standards. Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels. Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training & development opportunities for team members. Collaborate with marketing teams to execute local campaigns and enhance store visibility within the community. Skills Strong leadership abilities with supervising experience in retail management. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus. Proficiency in POS systems, merchandising tools, and retail software applications. Effective negotiation skills for purchasing and vendor relations. Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and training staff members. Sound knowledge of payroll processing, bookkeeping, budgeting, and cash handling procedures. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently. Customer service-oriented mindset with phone etiquette expertise. Ability to manage sales targets through strategic marketing and sales management techniques. Time management skills with a focus on organizational efficiency and meeting deadlines. This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking growth opportunities within retail management while contributing to a vibrant team environment focused on excellence in customer service and operational efficiency. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Casual dress Dental care Employee stock purchase plan Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Stock options Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB R3G 0V2