Assistant Store Manager

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About Us

Aqua Bay is a locally owned retail, service and construction company located in Belleville and Kingston. We offer a wide selection of products: specializing in swimming pools, spas, patio furniture, water softeners, UV systems, barbeques, boat docks, boat lifts, darts, billiards, game tables, and saunas. Aqua Bay offers goods and services to residential and commercial clients, striving for the highest quality workmanship and ultimate client satisfaction.

Who we need?

We are expanding our current hardworking and ambitious team by adding career minded individuals who share in the same company values and passion for the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Provide superior customer service and satisfaction through consistent application of store processes and standards (e.g. cleanliness, pricing integrity, inventory management)
• Maintain and promote a close working relationship with staff providing direction, feedback and training relative to policies and procedures
• Manage a balanced inventory selection, capitalizing on increased profits through effective merchandising.
• Responsible for executing programs to maximize budgeted sales, gross profit and contribution.
• Responsible for administrative activities, as required, financial reporting and labour scheduling.
• Generate leads and qualify customers for sales/installations.
• Lead and motivate staff, instilling a strong team spirit at store level.
• Create Purchase Orders and Customer Orders
• Open/Closing Duties
• Cash Management
• WHIMIS compliance and training.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What do we need from you?

• Strong ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous retail operations experience in a store environment (3-5 years experience an asset)
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead and manage others.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Available anytime (day/evening/weekends)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Systems skills (Email, CRM, SAP, and Microsoft applications).
• Minimum grade 12 education (required).
• Experience in customer relations and product merchandising.
• Experience working with P&L statements.
• Excellent leadership skills
• Able to lift up to 75lbs
• Works hands on

Other priorities we are looking for:

• Great knowledge about pool systems, landscapes, and recreational renovations.
• Post-secondary education in Business (preferred).
• A positive attitude and passion for the work we provide our clients.
• The desire to have a great, rewarding career.
• Excellent organization skills.

What do you get from us?

• Competitive compensation.
• The potential to grow your role with the company.
• The opportunity to be part of a great team with excellent co-workers.
• The reward of the creation of beautiful landscapes and pool installations for satisfied clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)
• Sales: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person