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Company Description
Dedicated to telling stories and creating experiences, Indigo is always looking for bright, energetic and customer-focused people who can help bring our exciting mission to life in one of our more than 170 Indigo, Indigospirit, Chapters and Coles stores across Canada. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities at our retail stores, distribution centres, and home office for people who share our passions and want to be part of a dynamic and enriching culture.
WHO WE ARE
We love books and all things beautiful
We are Canada’s Cultural Department Store
Books are our heart and our soul and Great Books are JUST the Beginning…
We play by the following rules:
We exist to add joy to our customers’ lives each and every time they interact with us and our products
Our job is to create joyful moments for our customers
We treat each other the way we’d treat a valued friend
We inspire each other to do our best work
We seek to ignite creativity and innovation every day
We give back to the communities in which we operate
Job Description
The Customer Operations Leader is responsible for leading the execution of work that contributes to the customer experience and omni sales results. They provide coaching and feedback to Customer Experience Representatives (CERs) on Indigo’s customer service model and on suggesting and selling Indigo’s products, promotions, and programs to our customers. They ensure our customers have a frictionless experience of the store’s omni and payment operations. Responsible for inventory operations in the store. They help influence a store culture that promotes employee engagement, growth, and development.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Functional
Coach and provide feedback to CERs on providing excellent customer service and to suggest and sell Indigo’s products, promotions, and programs
Lead execution of activities to support strategic priorities, sales goals, and profitability targets
Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making processes
Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
Consistently identify areas for improvement, diagnose issues and work to resolve them
Lead execution of omni-sales program activities and ensure technology is leveraged effectively on sales floor to drive efficiency and encourage customers to shop their way
Support new technology and digital rollouts and adoption through readiness activities, training, coaching, and feedback
Embrace and champion technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customers
Support execution of experiential, marketing, and community elements of customer experience including national and store-level author and kids events, store-level customer initiatives, and Indigo Love of Reading drives
Execute inventory management processes and lead returns to ensure smooth and profitable omni customer experience
Open and close store as well as responsibility for managing sales floor
Participate in the joint health and safety committee and ensure health and safety of employees and customers is top priority
People
Support the building of strong teams by participating in hiring activities, training new hires, and cross-training existing team
Support development of talent by providing feedback on team performance to managers
Collaborate with others to drive flexible and just in time solutions
Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to receive input
Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback
Cultural
Model Indigo’s beliefs and convey a positive image in everything you do
Celebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindset
Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning and taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
Embrace, champion, and influence change through your team and/or the organization
Qualifications
WHO YOU ARE:
1-2 years of experience in a customer service, merchandising or operations role
Demonstrated commitment to creating an exceptional employee and customer experience
Experience leading others
Knowledge of provincial health and safety standards
Performance orientated
Ability to exercise good business acumen and systemic thinking that supports meaningful decisions
Ability to prioritize, plan and execute while being agile
Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift medium to large items, up to 40 pounds, while using appropriate equipment and safety techniques
Bilingualism (French/English) is required for all positions in Québec
Additional Information
At Indigo, we are committed to our communities, our customers, and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer, which highly values your diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Indigo. We welcome all applicants and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, LGBTQ2+ and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
WELCOME HOME
Company Description
Dedicated to telling stories and creating experiences, Indigo is always looking for bright, energetic and customer-focused people who can help bring our exciting mission to life in one of our more than 170 Indigo, Indigospirit, Chapters and Coles stores across Canada. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities at our retail stores, distribution centres, and home office for people who share our passions and want to be part of a dynamic and enriching culture.
WHO WE ARE
We love books and all things beautiful
We are Canada’s Cultural Department Store
Books are our heart and our soul and Great Books are JUST the Beginning…
We play by the following rules:
We exist to add joy to our customers’ lives each and every time they interact with us and our products
Our job is to create joyful moments for our customers
We treat each other the way we’d treat a valued friend
We inspire each other to do our best work
We seek to ignite creativity and innovation every day
We give back to the communities in which we operate
Job Description
The Customer Operations Leader is responsible for leading the execution of work that contributes to the customer experience and omni sales results. They provide coaching and feedback to Customer Experience Representatives (CERs) on Indigo’s customer service model and on suggesting and selling Indigo’s products, promotions, and programs to our customers. They ensure our customers have a frictionless experience of the store’s omni and payment operations. Responsible for inventory operations in the store. They help influence a store culture that promotes employee engagement, growth, and development.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Functional
Coach and provide feedback to CERs on providing excellent customer service and to suggest and sell Indigo’s products, promotions, and programs
Lead execution of activities to support strategic priorities, sales goals, and profitability targets
Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making processes
Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
Consistently identify areas for improvement, diagnose issues and work to resolve them
Lead execution of omni-sales program activities and ensure technology is leveraged effectively on sales floor to drive efficiency and encourage customers to shop their way
Support new technology and digital rollouts and adoption through readiness activities, training, coaching, and feedback
Embrace and champion technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customers
Support execution of experiential, marketing, and community elements of customer experience including national and store-level author and kids events, store-level customer initiatives, and Indigo Love of Reading drives
Execute inventory management processes and lead returns to ensure smooth and profitable omni customer experience
Open and close store as well as responsibility for managing sales floor
Participate in the joint health and safety committee and ensure health and safety of employees and customers is top priority
People
Support the building of strong teams by participating in hiring activities, training new hires, and cross-training existing team
Support development of talent by providing feedback on team performance to managers
Collaborate with others to drive flexible and just in time solutions
Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to receive input
Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback
Cultural
Model Indigo’s beliefs and convey a positive image in everything you do
Celebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindset
Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning and taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
Embrace, champion, and influence change through your team and/or the organization
Qualifications
WHO YOU ARE:
1-2 years of experience in a customer service, merchandising or operations role
Demonstrated commitment to creating an exceptional employee and customer experience
Experience leading others
Knowledge of provincial health and safety standards
Performance orientated
Ability to exercise good business acumen and systemic thinking that supports meaningful decisions
Ability to prioritize, plan and execute while being agile
Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift medium to large items, up to 40 pounds, while using appropriate equipment and safety techniques
Bilingualism (French/English) is required for all positions in Québec
Additional Information
At Indigo, we are committed to our communities, our customers, and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer, which highly values your diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Indigo. We welcome all applicants and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, LGBTQ2+ and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
WELCOME HOME
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Customer Operations Leader position is now open for candidates interested in the Customer Care Executive sector. This role in Winnipeg offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Customer Care Executive is a plus.
