Store Manager

Job summary

The Store Manager is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team to drive sales performance and profitability. They oversee daily store operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

Job details

Are you a strong retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment? Do you enjoy developing people, driving sales, and creating an exceptional customer experience? Zumiez Intercity is looking for an experienced and motivated Store Manager to lead our team in Thunder Bay, ON. As Store Manager, you will take ownership of the overall success of the store by leading and developing your team, driving sales performance, maintaining operational excellence, and creating an engaging customer experience. We are looking for a leader who brings energy, accountability, competitiveness, and a genuine passion for developing others. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team Create a positive, inclusive, and motivating store environment Provide ongoing feedback and development to help employees reach their potential Build and develop future leaders within the store Sales & Performance Drive sales and profitability by setting clear expectations and holding the team accountable Analyze store performance and identify opportunities to improve results Lead the team in delivering an exceptional customer experience Motivate and recognize employees for strong performance Operations Oversee daily store operations and ensure company standards are consistently executed Maintain accurate inventory and support effective inventory management Execute merchandising, floor sets, and company initiatives Ensure the store is organized, safe, and ready to deliver an excellent customer experience What We're Looking For 1–3 years of retail experience, including previous leadership or management experience Proven ability to recruit, train, teach, and develop employees Strong sales and customer service skills A competitive, energetic, and goal-oriented approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays A passion for building teams and creating a positive store culture Why Join Zumiez? At Zumiez, we believe our success starts with our people. Our Store Managers have the opportunity to make a real impact by leading their teams, developing talent, and driving the business. We offer: Competitive wage + incentives Vacation and benefits package Career growth opportunities Employee discount Company sales contests National training events Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Casual dress Company events About Zumiez Founded in Seattle in 1978, Zumiez began as a single store called Above the Belt and has grown to more than 700 locations across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Our culture is built around empowerment, collaboration, individuality, and a passion for action sports and lifestyle. We give our leaders the opportunity to make decisions, develop their teams, and directly impact the success of their business. If you're ready to lead a high-energy team, build great people, and take ownership of a growing retail business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and tell us why you're the right fit for Zumiez. Apply here: www.zumiez.ca/jobs

What you’ll do

The Store Manager is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team to drive sales performance and profitability. They oversee daily store operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

Requirements

Candidates must have 1–3 years of retail experience with a proven track record in leadership or management. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive wage • Incentives • Vacation • Benefits package • Career growth opportunities • Employee discount • Company sales contests • National training events • Employee Assistance Program • Casual dress • Company events

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Operational Excellence · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Retail leadership
• Team development
• Sales performance
• Customer experience
• Operational excellence
• Recruitment
• Training
• Coaching
• Inventory management
• Merchandising
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Goal-oriented

Job areas

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Customer Service & Support