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Job Type: Full Time, Contract (Approximately 8 month contract)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Do you love chocolate?
As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, Purdys Chocolatier creates connection and joy through the power of chocolate—and we have a lot of fun doing it.
We are growing and bringing Purdys to the Maritimes! This is an exciting opportunity to launch a brand-new shop and introduce customers to our premium chocolates and exceptional customer experience.
We truly value diversity in our workforce and welcome applicants of all ethnicities, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Shop Manager to lead our new shop in Mic Mac Mall. The start date is expected to be early/mid August for the expected shop opening in September.
As a brand champion in a new market, you will play a key role in building awareness of Purdys, creating memorable customer experiences, and establishing a high-performing retail team.
Your success will come from your ability to connect with customers, inspire your team, and drive results in a fast-paced retail environment.
This is a full-time contract position requiring open availability (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays).
You will have the opportunity to:
- Drive sales performance and achieve profit targets
- Lead day-to-day shop operations with efficiency and excellence
- Recruit, interview, and hire top talent
- Build, coach, and develop a strong retail team
- Manage scheduling and team performance
- Acting as a liaison between the shop and the Purdys Support Office
- Championing Purdys’ values, culture, and customer obsessed service
- Maintain inventory levels to support daily operations
You will be a good fit if you have:
- Minimum 2+ years of progressive management experience in retail or hospitality
- A passion for chocolate and premium products
- Strong sales focus and results-driven mindset
- A commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences
- Energy, positivity, and a love for connecting with people
What We Offer
- Active Lifestyle Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program (if you become permanent)
- Employee Discount
- Extended Health & Dental Plan + Health Spending Account
- Sick Days
Ready to Join Us? Please apply online.
Bring your passion, leadership, and love of chocolate—and help us create something special in the Maritimes.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.
We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at
[email protected]. We're here to help!
