Assistant Store Manager – High-Volume Showroom | Calgary North
Looking for more than just another job?
This is an opportunity to support one of our Calgary locations while developing your leadership skills in a high-performing retail environment. You’ll work alongside a Store Manager, gain hands-on leadership experience, and play a key role in the success of a high-volume retail team.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll lead by example and work alongside your team every day. Whether it's assisting customers, supporting the sales floor, merchandising, or helping wherever needed, you'll play an active role in the day-to-day operation of the store while developing your leadership skills.
This role offers a genuine balance between hands-on customer interaction and leadership development. Weekend availability is required; however, we close at 6:00 PM, so your nights are always free!
Your Impact
- Support & Lead: Help guide, motivate, and support a team of up to 20 retail employees.
- Drive Performance: Drive sales performance and elevate the customer experience alongside the Store Manager.
- Operational Execution: Maintain high store standards and visual merchandising.
- Build Culture: Help foster a positive, accountable, and supportive team environment on the floor.
- Step Up: Act as the primary Manager on Duty on the floor when the Store Manager is away.
What You’ll Do
- Lead by example by actively working alongside your team on the sales floor, supporting customers, assisting with merchandising, and contributing to the day-to-day operation of the store.
- Assist with day-to-day operations, team scheduling, and floor management.
- Coach, train, and develop sales and warehouse team members.
- Oversee inventory accuracy, stock flow, and showroom standards.
- Handle customer inquiries and escalations professionally and confidently.
- Keep daily store operations organized and running efficiently.
What You Bring
- Proven Leadership: Experience leading or supervising teams in a retail or customer-focused environment.
- High-Volume Retail Experience: Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.
- Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate a diverse team and connect with customers.
- Organization: Ability to manage multiple floor priorities and stay organized under pressure.
Additional Qualifications
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
- Post-secondary education is an asset, but not required.
- Experience in a high-ticket, consultative, or customer-focused sales environment is a strong asset.
What You’ll Get
- Competitive Base: $50,000–$58,000 per year.
- Bonus Structure: Quarterly performance bonuses tied to overall store success.
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive MyHSA (Health Spending Account) and RRSP program.
- Perks: Generous employee discounts on premium outdoor living products.
- Development: Hands-on leadership training and development alongside an experienced manager.
Growth & Culture
We are expanding with new stores and new opportunities. We believe heavily in promoting from within and giving our people clear opportunities to grow into Store Manager and other leadership roles across our network. We are a team-oriented company that values ownership, accountability, and supporting each other.
About Us
We specialize in premium outdoor living products like barbecues, fireplaces, and outdoor furniture. This is a high-ticket, customer-focused retail environment where product knowledge, exceptional service, and strong teamwork make the difference.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to grow your leadership career and make an impact within a high-performing retail team, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply today to connect with our hiring team.
Accessibility Statement
Barbecues Galore is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Work Location: In person (Calgary North)
Pay: $50,000.00-$58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work weekends as required?
- Approximately how many employees have you directly supervised?
- When would you be available to start?
Experience:
- Retail management: 2 years (preferred)
Location:
- Calgary, AB T2E 3N9 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
