We wish to sign an agreement with a Seasonal Store Operator to operate our Calendar Club of Canada store in Eastgate Mall, Stoney Creek.
The ideal candidate will have experience in retail business management, operating retail stores, marketing, sales and using Microsoft Office.
WHO WE ARE:
We connect people to their passions, offering curated, meaningful gifts that spark joy while bringing people together to share and engage precious heartfelt moments by providing a unique personal experience.
WE PROVIDE TO EACH STORE OPERATOR
- We lease the store and pay the rent
- We provide you with access to our proven operating systems, processes, training resources, daily reports, regular meetings and ongoing support
- Store fixtures, signage, inventory, and store computer with POS software
- You earn commission as you sell the inventory we provide
- We pay for the inventory and freight to get it to the mall. You are responsible for getting it into the store, scanning it into the store inventory records electronically and on time, merchandising it according to our guidelines and keeping it safe. Your company is responsible for any missing inventory or unauthorized discounts.
- At the end you pack up all fixtures, store computer and unsold merchandise and ship it back to us. We pay the freight.
YOU MAY BECOME AN OPERATOR AND EXCEL IF WE CHOSE YOU AND YOU HAVE:
- Your own Canadian registered business name, business number, sales tax license number, commercial bank account, WSIB certificate, insurance, payroll number … or ability to get these in place before the deadline
- Read, understand and signed our annual Seasonal Operator Agreement
- Business, management and/or leadership experience
- Knowledge of Human Resources is an asset
- Strong sales experience with a track record of achieving and exceeding sales goals
- Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work autonomously
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English
- Exceptional organization and conversational customer service skills
- Passion to thrive and succeed in a retail environment
- Strong technical skills with the ability to adapt to new technology and tools such as Microsoft Office and POS software
- Diploma or Degree in Business Management is an asset
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU IF YOU ARE CHOSEN?
- You receive a commission rate on store sales
- You have the ability to be your own boss and have a degree of flexibility as long as the store is operated very well at all times
- You will interact with a team that is eager to help you succeed in your role as Operator
- You have the opportunity to be a part of our annual Calendar Club Tree Canada program to help ensure thousands of trees are planted each year
- You gain meaningful work experience working with a passionate Canadian organization that has proudly been serving the retail industry for over 30 years
AS A STORE OPERATOR, YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT BY:
- Watching the short, fun videos and information we provide via our online website, during meetings, store visits, and phone conversations
- Hiring, training, and developing a team to help you set up the store, run it day to day and pack it up in January
- Ensuring the cash register is closed, balanced, and that bank deposits are made daily
- Ensuring all aspects of the store operation meets the specifications that support our brand. This is done through a variety of methods listed below:.
- Ensuring all store employees provide exemplary customer service and live our core values
- Setting up our store fixtures and products accurately and on time.
- Confirming promotional signage and marketing materials that are in storage are put up and taken down on time to prevent customers from missing out or being confused
- Partnering with our Resource Centre for support
Contract length: Store open Nov 16 to Jan 3 with learning before and during, plus store set up before and pack up after these dates
Pay:
Schedule:
- Work in the store yourself for x hours per week and have others hired, trained and scheduled to work in the store when you can’t
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Commission
Contract length: 3 months
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own Canadian registered business name, business number, sales tax license number, commercial bank account, WSIB certificate, insurance, payroll number…or the ability to get these in place before Oct 1st?
- Are you willing to learn our processes and work in our retail store as much as required in order for it to meet our brand standards and thrive?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hamilton, ON L8E 2P2
