Our client is one of Canada’s leading fashion home décor specialty retailers, with more than 70 locations nationwide and over one million customers served annually. The foundation of their success is a passionate, design-oriented team that delivers elevated service, strong product knowledge, and thoughtful guidance to customers, creating spaces they love. This is a design-driven organization committed to helping customers find the right solutions for their homes—across every style, colour, texture, and price point. With an in-house design and product team continuously introducing fresh collections, the brand evolves alongside the ever-changing tastes of its customers. They are seeking a Store Leader who leads by example, inspires excellence on the sales floor, and develops confident, knowledgeable teams capable of delivering exceptional décor advice and memorable customer experiences. This role blends people leadership, customer experience, and operational excellence. The Store Leader sets the tone for the store, models best-in-class service behaviours, and creates an environment where team members feel supported, trained, and empowered to perform at their best.
Salary Range is $50,000-$60,000
Description
- Create warm, welcoming, and memorable customer experiences
- Lead the store to consistently achieve individual and team sales targets
- Model exceptional service standards and strong product knowledge
- Build and nurture long-term customer relationships
- Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop high-performing Brand Ambassadors
- Deliver ongoing training that enables confident décor recommendations
- Execute visual merchandising standards, promotions, and seasonal launches
- Oversee scheduling, inventory management, and daily store operations
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and security
- Uphold all company policies, procedures, and non-negotiable brand standards
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a customer-focused retail environment
- 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
- Home décor, lifestyle, or specialty retail experience is an asset
- A hands-on, lead-from-the-front leadership style
- Strong relationship-building skills and emotional intelligence
- High personal accountability and a strong work ethic
- Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced retail environment
- Professional, enthusiastic communication in person and over the phone
Corporate Culture
- Supportive, collaborative, and people-first culture
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Ongoing product, sales, and leadership training
- Clear pathways for career growth within a national organization
- The opportunity to lead a store where design, service, and team development are truly valued
Contact Michelle Doucette at 604.734.5584 x3 or submit your resume in confidence below.
CANEAST
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have at least 5 years of experience in a customer-focused retail environment?
- Do you have 3 or more years of leadership, supervisory, or store management experience?
- Do you have experience in home décor, lifestyle, furniture, or specialty retail environments?
- Do you have experience recruiting, coaching, and developing retail associates or brand ambassadors?
Work Location: In person
