Busy Bee Tools is privately owned retailer of Woodworking & Metalworking Tools. With locations across Canada, Busy Bee Tools has grown into one of Canada's top destinations for tool enthusiasts. If you are looking for a position in a growing company that offers challenging careers, competitive wages, profit sharing, health benefits plan & opportunity for growth within the company, you have come to the right place.

Assistant Store Manager

Busy Bee Tools is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Store Manager for a current opening to lead our Dartmouth location. This unique role combines retail management expertise with B2B sales skills to grow our customer base in schools, organizations, and businesses, promoting our comprehensive woodworking and metalworking product lines.

Why Work at Busy Bee Tools?

We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus bonus opportunities, profit sharing, and incentives.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan including dental, vision, extended healthcare, and disability insurance.
• Professional Growth: Comprehensive training, performance-based reviews, and promotion opportunities.
• Employee Perks: Store discounts, free coffee, and a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in achieving sales targets and KPIs.
• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service and technical product assistance.
• Assist customers with product inquiries, quotes, and special orders.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Oversee daily store operations, including cash handling, inventory control, and merchandising.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, and loss prevention procedures.
• Support inventory counts, product replenishment, and visual merchandising standards.
• Supervise and motivate team members to perform at their best.
• Assist with onboarding, coaching, and ongoing training for new and existing employees.
• Provide feedback to the Store Manager regarding staff performance and operational improvements.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work culture aligned with Busy Bee Tools’ values.
• Represent the store and company in a professional and customer-focused manner at all times.
• Act as the point of contact in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Assist with company events such as Garage Sales, Tent Sales, and other sales initiatives as required.
• Support other store locations when needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management from time to time.

Who You Are

We’re seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for woodworking and metalworking, as well as a talent for business development.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of retail or sales experience, preferably in a leadership or supervisory role. Strong understanding of retail operations, sales techniques, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on retail environment.
• Basic computer proficiency (POS systems, Microsoft Office, email).
• Knowledge or interest in tools, machinery, or hardware is a strong asset.
• Comfortable using POS systems and other retail software.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

How to Apply:

email: hr@busybeetools.com

Ready to lead a team, expand B2B sales, and share your expertise in woodworking and metalworking? Apply now and take the next step in your career with Busy Bee Tools.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Busy Bee Tools in committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us at hr@busybeetools.com and we will work with you to meet your need in compliance with applicable laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dartmouth, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Metal working and Wood working tools and machinery: 3 years (required)
• Retail management: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person