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Education: Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Rural area. Remote location. Retail business. Furniture store. Electronic products store. Hardware store. Tasks: Assign sales workers to duties. Hire and train or arrange for training of staff. Order merchandise. Authorize return of merchandise. Establish work schedules. Sell merchandise. Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters. Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages. Organize and maintain inventory. Supervise and co-ordinate activities of workers. Manage cash. Conduct performance reviews. Supervise office and volunteer staff. Implement price and credits policies. Develop and implement marketing strategies. Determine merchandise and services to be sold. Determine staffing requirements. Manage staff and assign duties. Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales. Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale. Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses. Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers. Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations. Supervision: 16-20 people. Retail salespersons and sales clerks. Staff in various areas of responsibility. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Outlook. Word processing software. Electronic scheduler. Inventory control software. Point of sale system. Electronic mail. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Handling heavy loads. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Walking. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sitting. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Dependability. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Judgement. Ability to multitask. Interpersonal awareness. Adaptability. Collaborative. Analytical. Creativity. Efficiency. Energetic. Goal-oriented. Hardworking. Integrity. Outgoing. Positive attitude. Proactive. Quick learner. Time management. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you currently a student?. Are you willing to relocate for this position?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Do you live near the job location?. What is the highest level of study you have completed?. What is your current field of study?. What is your current level of study?. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities . Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities. Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities . Support for newcomers and refugees: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees. Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.). Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.). Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a