Department Manager

Join the Decathlon Adventure! At Decathlon, customers and teammates share a common passion: sport and making it accessible to everyone. As Decathlon continues its expansion across Canada, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of our brand-new store in St. Bruno! This is a unique opportunity to join an international, dynamic, and passionate team where you will enjoy fantastic prospects for personal and professional growth. We are all united by a single purpose: “Bring people together through sport to make well-being accessible to all.” We’re interested in your leadership skills and your sports- and sales-oriented profile! If you’re passionate about sports, customer service, and sales, and want to be part of a true "Dream Team" for this major launch : turn your passion for sports into an exciting career adventure! Your Mission Sales & Commercial Strategy Manage your team of sales associates to ensure a seamless omnichannel experience for our customers. Ensure the profitability of your department, developing and implementing the action plans necessary to reach target goals. Ensure that all merchandise is received and presented correctly, in alignment with our merchandising standards and commercial strategies. Establish and adhere to your department’s annual sales budget. Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for your department (productivity, margin, inventory, etc.). Human Resources: Coach, support, and develop your team members by applying Decathlon’s HR policies. Recruit and onboard top talent in line with Decathlon’s internal hiring policies. Handle administrative management for your team according to established company policies. Prepare your team's work schedules in advance, aligned with sales forecasts. Operations: Efficiently carry out store operational tasks (opening and closing procedures, cash register management, loss prevention, stock flow, etc.). Contribute to your own safety, as well as the safety of your colleagues, customers, and the store environment. Your Player Profile You hold a college diploma (DEC) in administration, operations management, supply chain management, or a related field. You have 2 to 3 years of experience in a management role within the retail sector or a related industry. You actively participate in sports / You are a sports enthusiast. You are goal-oriented. You are proactive and take initiative. You possess leadership skills. You are passionate about customer service and sales. You are proficient in basic Google Suite tools (Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc.). As this is a retail role, availability for one day on weekends is required. Perks & Benefits (Beyond an Amazing Project!) Bonuses and incentives of up to 15% Comprehensive insurance coverage starting at 30 hours/week (EAP and telemedicine) RRSP with employer contribution Opportunity to become a shareholder ...and several other surprises we’re saving for the interview

Manage a team of sales associates to ensure a seamless omnichannel customer experience and department profitability. Oversee operational tasks including merchandising, budget management, and HR functions such as recruiting and coaching.

Requires a college diploma in administration or a related field and 2 to 3 years of retail management experience. Candidates must be sports enthusiasts with strong leadership skills and proficiency in Google Suite.

• Bonuses and incentives up to 15% • Comprehensive insurance coverage • Employee assistance program • Telemedicine • RRSP with employer contribution • Opportunity to become a shareholder

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Leadership
• Sales Strategy
• Team Management
• KPI Monitoring
• Merchandising
• Budgeting
• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Staff Scheduling
• Loss Prevention
• Customer Service
• Google Suite

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

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Jan 19, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level