Team Lead-Retail

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR? We are currently hiring for a Team Lead. The Team Lead links the leadership team and the sales associates by assisting in the operational functions of the store and motivating the team to exceed goals. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, the Team Lead provides support and coverage to the Store and Assistant Managers in their absence. They model desired selling and customer service behaviours at all times to promote an environment focused on consistent, exceptional and positive in-store experience to customers and employees. To be successful, you’ll need to possess: 1 + years related experience in a retail apparel environment, luxury retail experience is a plus; Proven ability to successfully lead a sales team; viewed as a leader among peers; Proven experience with POS management, daily banking procedures, and submitting timely reports; Strong organization, and problem solving skills; Passion for upholding an exceptional customer experience; Collaborate with others, yet be self-motivated; Available for varied weekly shifts, including weekends, closing and holidays. THE IMPACT YOU'LL HAVE This is an opportunity to shape our company’s future by: Demonstrate a customer obsessed selling culture and build brand loyalty through excellent product knowledge; Partner with store management to execute action plans that optimize results and ensure effective execution of all store operational activities; Contributes ideas and solutions to the leadership team that results in increased productivity and improved operations of the store; Assist store management in conducting new associate onboarding and trainings; Coaches associates on customer service fundamentals and provides positive feedback; Assists in resolving customer service matters; Oversees and delegates tasks to team to best maximize efficiency of store operations; Communicates individual and/or team performance feedback to store management; Ensure team receives scheduled breaks and/or meal periods; Creates an open outward communication on the sales floor; Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures and guidelines; Perform opening and closing procedures, and any inventory duties as directed. WHY JOIN ROOTS? Roots is not only a brand, it’s a culture and lifestyle. We look for dynamic individuals who are not only interested in retail and fashion, but who enjoy challenges and share our vision for a safer, cleaner, healthier planet. In addition to our customers, an intrinsic part of our success has always been the people who work here. Roots is a company in which you can grow and benefit from the great opportunities often available. All members of our team are encouraged to ‘spread their roots’. SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW! We’d like to thank everyone who applies, but we can only contact applicants who are most qualified.

The Team Lead assists store management with daily operational functions, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and reporting. They are responsible for motivating the sales team, coaching associates on customer service, and ensuring the store environment meets company standards.

Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a retail apparel environment and proven ability to lead a sales team. Strong organizational skills, proficiency with POS systems, and availability for varied shifts including weekends and holidays are required.

• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• Product KnowledgePreferred
• ReportingPreferred
• CoachingPreferred
• Team LeadershipPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred
• Conflict ResolutionPreferred
• Retail operationsPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Retail operations
• Team leadership
• Customer service
• POS management
• Banking procedures
• Reporting
• Problem solving
• Organization
• Staff training
• Coaching
• Inventory management
• Sales floor management
• Conflict resolution
• Product knowledge
• Brand Loyalty
• Retail Operations
• Product Knowledge
• Banking Procedures
• Self-Motivation
• Management
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Sales
• Selling Techniques
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Operations
• Team Leadership
• Team Performance Management

• Retail
• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support
• Sales
• Retail Team Leader
• Store Lead
• Shop Sales Assistants
• Retail Salespersons

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 15, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week