Monday, May 26, 2008

Help Wanted

We are STILL looking for a few good people. If you have retail sales experience, print experience, retail management experience and enjoy a fast paced environment then consider the UPS Store Winnipeg Downtown. We have the following openings: Store Manager and Sales Associate. Please send resume and salary expectations to gaduke@theupsstore.ca.

Store Manager, The UPS Store, Downtown Winnipeg & Selkirk

SUMMARY: To manage and be responsible for the successful operation of a The UPS Store franchise in Downtown Winnipeg.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
• Motivate, train and develop all center associates, focusing on excellent customer service and rapport building.
• Ensure that center achieves its targeted revenue projections.
• Ensure that the center is fully staffed with a competent team and ensures necessary training to perform job requirements effectively.
• Maintain staffing levels to ensure the smooth operation of the center open to close.
• Develops the skills of store associates to ensure maximum profit potential.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and orderliness throughout the center.
• Consistently maintain and improve center imaging, impact zones and display areas. Train staff to effectuate the above.
• Communicates with General Manager regarding all areas of center operations.
• Ensures that operational systems are in compliance with company guidelines.
• Pro-actively handles customer concerns to resolution.
• Accurately performs daily close-out procedures, general ledger administration, bank deposits and other accounting functions in accordance with company policy and procedure.
• Efficiently utilize computer systems in support of communication, reporting and other business requirements.
• Plans, prepares and conducts meetings, develops incentive programs and other associate related activities.

Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience
1 – 5 years retail sales experience. Printing sales, marketing or graphic arts experience preferred. A degree or diploma in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain harmonious relationships with customers and co-workers, in person and over the phone.

Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Manual hand dexterity required to operate POS, printers/copiers and complete customer paperwork.

Salary
We offer a generous base salary plus commission and bonus. A successful manager can expect to earn $50k upwards. Salary is unlimited for the right person.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person. Please send resume to gaduke@theupsstore.ca.

Store Associate, The UPS Store, Downtown Winnipeg

The UPS Store, Canada's leading franchiser of business services, has an excellent opportunity for a customer service associate in a fast-paced, upbeat and fun team environment. We have 3 locations in Downtown Winnipeg with open full-time positions available.

The ideal candidate will have at least six months retail experience, must be customer service oriented, well organized and possess excellent attention to detail skills. The candidate must also be dependable, professional and be able to lift up to 50lbs safely. Experience with Microsoft Office and other office equipment is desired. Graphic arts skills and related software experience is a plus.

Compensation consists of an hourly wage plus additional team bonuses and commissions, depending upon your experience. We are an equal opportunity employer with friendly, diverse and professional staff members.

Please send resume and salary expectations to jwilliamhogan@theupsstore.ca.