Assistant Store Manager

**Job Title**:Assistant Store Manager, Etobicoke ReStore

**Reports To**: Store Manager, Etobicoke ReStore

**Terms of Employment**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**:starting at $44,000/ year

**Store Hours**: 10 am - 7 pm (must be willing to work weekends, based on business needs)

**Location**: 700 Kipling Avenue, Etobicoke ON M8Z 5G3

**Who We Are**

Habitat for Humanity GTA is greater Toronto’s most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our region’s housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Caledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations by bringing the benefits of home ownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 23 new communities, empowering more than 500 families.

**Habitat ReStore** is a chain of non-profit home improvement retail stores with 10 locations across the Greater Toronto Area, owned and operated by Habitat for Humanity GTA. We sell home furnishings, appliances, and other renovation materials at a fraction of the price. Our items are donated from businesses and individuals and undergo inspection and testing to ensure they meet our high-quality standards.

Habitat GTA is growing. We are an innovative, entrepreneurial social enterprise that has been increasing our capacity for impact each and every year. Together, we are building a better, more inclusive GTA for everyone.

**Why Join Us?**
- A meaningful opportunity to make an impact and help your local community
- 3 weeks paid vacation, Habitat for Humanity days, and personal days
- Flexible work hours
- Generous benefits coverage plan (including dental, vision care, and extended health care)
- Corporate gym membership and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- RRSP matching eligibility
- Volunteer opportunities to support our Habitat for Humanity Builds
- Growth and development opportunities
- Great entry-level opportunity for new graduates, or experienced customer service professionals
- The pride of being part of a highly respected, high profile global charity

**The Opportunity**
- Represent Habitat for Humanity GTA as a Brand Ambassador by modeling our values and guiding principles
- Support the Manager with supervising, training, and leading ReStore staff and volunteers
- Manage, post, and update our retail eCommerce platforms (Shopify and, SalesForce)
- Provide administrative and clerical support as required including, daily health and safety inspections, inventory and donation processing, etc.
- Supervise all retail operations including store merchandising (including our eCommerce website), selling, space management, stock control, etc.
- Problem solve and troubleshoot day to day issues and concerns
- Ensure a safe work environment by adhering to and promoting store policies and health and safety protocols and best practices
- Support with reaching sale and customer satisfaction targets to fund our cause
- Deliver exceptional customer service to our customers, donors, and volunteers
- Deescalate and resolve customer complaints
- Support with the loading and unloading of donated products from our trucks
- Advocate for Habitat for Humanity GTA and model our values and guiding principles

**What You Bring**
- 1-3 years of customer service or retail experience
- Proficient in technology (including Microsoft Outlook/Teams), retail management systems, and social media for marketing
- Previous experience leading people or managing a retail operation is an asset
- Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 30 pounds) and walk, stand, sit, and stair climb on a frequent basis
- Safety boots required: CSA approved safety footwear to be worn at all times
- Strong attention to detail and a love of process
- Driven by sales, targets, and KPIs
- Independently leads with kindness and confidence
- Understanding of volunteer management, renovation and building materials is considered an asset
- Passion for retail and customer service is considered an asset
- Enthusiastic and passionate about our mission; ensuring families have a safe and decent place to live

**Your Application**

**Your Future at Habitat for Humanity GTA Awaits.**

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada throughout the duration of their employment with Habitat for Humanity GTA. Proof of eligibility will be required.

Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

**_ We thank all applicants for their interest in Habitat for Humanity GTA, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted._