TECH Retail Merchandising Manager

at  London Drugs Limited

Not just a job…
a community
a partnership
a team
You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! We currently have opportunities for:

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong understanding of the TECH Department’s operational software and support systems
• Knowledge of desktop PCs and Windows-based operating systems.
• A thorough understanding of all TECH products and services of the Photo Electronics, photofinishing, Audio Video Systems and Computer categories
• A good working knowledge of the corporate provided Franklin covey workshops such as The 7 Habits for managers and Leadership: Great Leaders, Great Teams, Great results.
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of merchandising.
• Update current technical knowledge by attending seminars, product sessions or other methods that will help improve general skills and expertise.
• Will take necessary management and technical training as required.

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, as well as the following comprehensive benefits program. Starting pay will fall within the salary range indicated and may vary based on job-related experience, knowledge and education:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counseling)
• Employee Recognition Program (Tangible rewards for great work!)
• Community Involvement (Giving back to our communities

• Perform all the tasks also required of the various TECH Advisors and TECH Specialists.
• Maintain the professional image of the department and company.
• Order adequate inventory to meet the TECH areas and customer requirements, while maintaining inventory control.
• Monitor and control the financial aspect of his/her area to ensure maximum profitability.
• Set production/sales goals for the TECH Department team and hold them accountable to maximize sales events and productivity.
• Understand Company policy regarding the usage of Internet access and e-mail usage.
• Promote London Drugs in the community as a place to shop and a place to work.
• Ensure quality and service levels are maintained to Company standards.
• Organize regular meeting with the TECH Sales Managers and TECH Services Managers and Senior Store management to ensure effective communication and drive sales.
• Keep up to date on new products, services and information relating to all relevant industry technologies but not limited to key areas such as Camera. Mobile Phones, PC/Laptops//Tablets and Television.
• Manage all sales areas of the TECH departments to be presentable, merchandised with correct signing, and ensure plan-o-gram specifications and other general standards are met.
• Work closely within the Store to ensure all Company promotional events are supported to the fullest.
• Be aware of Benchmark inventory targets and work to achieving them through close cooperation with the Store Manager.
• Manage the control inventory levels to assigned core stock amounts or keep within responsible and prudent amounts as compared to those levels suggested by Head Office.
• Keep totally up to date on all Competitors’ ads and sales strategies. Regularly shop the competition.
• Able to generate sales using effective selling techniques, suggesting accessories, services, “add-ons” and effective merchandising to create extra sales opportunities.
• Able to generate sales using effective selling techniques, suggesting accessories, services, “add-ons” and effective merchandising to create extra sales opportunities.

We offer advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, as well as the following comprehensive benefits program. Starting pay will fall within the salary range indicated and may vary based on job-related experience, knowledge and education:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counseling)
• Employee Recognition Program (Tangible rewards for great work!)
• Community Involvement (Giving back to our communities)

Employees will be scheduled 40 hours per week and must be available to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, for day and evening shifts.
If you possess the necessary skills and expertise and would like to join an exciting team of professionals,