Store Associate in Selkirk, Manitoba at Manitoba Metis Federation
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Job Description
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.
The Red River Métis Marketplace is the retail division of ESGS, a proud Affiliate of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis.
ESGS Inc. seeks to fill two part-time Store Associate positions within our Red River Métis Marketplace located at 355 Eveline Street in Selkirk, MB. The Store Associate will actively engage with customers providing product suggestions while sharing product knowledge and Red River Métis Artisan knowledge.
Job Duties/Competencies:
- Greeting customers in a friendly manner and helping them with their purchasing decisions;
- Answering customer questions regarding merchandising, pricing, and promotions;
- Processing and organizing daily shipments and set-up of the retail area;
- Making sure all inventory is processed, priced and put away;
- Ensuring store conditions are consistently upheld to standards;
- Completing sales by accepting cash, credit cards, or debit payments, while ensuring accuracy of transactions;
- Working with store management to devise ways to maximize store sales;
- Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options;
- Recommend new processes or systems for improvement; implement new ideas and strategies.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven work experience as a Retail Sales Associate, Sales Representative or similar role;
- Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices;
- Proficiency in English is required;
- Hands-on experience with POS transactions;
- Ability to create and maintain good relationships with vendor, suppliers, and Red River Métis Artisans;
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
- Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
- Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
- Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
- Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Thursday, June 4, 2026
The MMF requires satisfactory background checks prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing background checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining these documents is not a guarantee of employment.
Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.