A wellness brand located in Toronto is seeking a Design Director to lead creative initiatives and develop strong brand expressions. The successful candidate will have over 12 years of experience, a solid portfolio across various media, and a passion for mentoring teams. The role encompasses overseeing design projects, implementing systems, and maintaining brand integrity while contributing to a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits supporting health and wellness. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview At Saje Natural Wellness, we're nature's original farmacy, blending the superpower of plants so you can remedy real life, naturally. And like nature, we're continually growing! As we continue to build our team, we're seeking talented people to join us: in our stores, support offices, and distribution centres. We are a purpose-driven, people-first organization where collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurial mindsets thrive. We look for individuals who have drive and warmth, agility and passion, and keep customer experience at the centre of everything they do. At Saje, you’ll connect with a dynamic community and make a positive impact. Join our team and grow your career, alongside the most talented, hard working, and kind-hearted people out there. The impact you'll make On a mission to remedy real life with the power of plants, the Design Director is integral to the manifestation of Saje’sevolved brand expression across universal design systems, full funnel commercial activity and conversion platforms. An incredible opportunity, as a seasoned creative leader, you will work with the ECD to evolve and solidify the foundations of the brand, and will have the opportunity to leave your mark on one of Canada’s most beloved wellness brands with an eye to North American and global scalability. The successful candidate will be a master of design principles and understands universe building and systems at scale. You have built brands across many touchpoints and have experience creating best-in-class conceptual, idea-driven work but also have a deep comprehension of conversion driving channels like CRM, ecomm and retail. Together with the ECD, you will lead the visual expression of the brand. You will build brand standards, oversee concept creation and execution of both motion and photography and feel comfortable providing feedback to designers, copywriters and art directors to ensure work is fresh, distinct, but entirely on brand. You are entrepreneurial in nature and have a passion for mentoring and leading while contributing to campaign and evergreen projects as a working member of the creative team. You can work in a fast-paced environment and possess impeccable presentation skills. You have a business maturity and understand the balance of maintaining brand integrity in service of growth. All Saje Team Members are responsible for contributing to Saje’s culture and maintaining a positive environment for themselves and their peers. What you'll do Oversee, empower and mentor a team of agile designers from brief to delivery in bringing the brand vision to life across a variety of mediums. Operate as a swiss army knife, leveraging your experience and bench strength as a channel agnostic, big thinker who is well-versed in best practices and applications through digital, social, retail and performance. Bring a level of expertise to global brand systems based on multiple market needs with an adherence to the brand’s platform, best practices and universal codes. Create and implement design systems across assets to create efficient ways-of-working, including the use of AI-empowered tools. Lead and supervise shoots for both photography and motion and oversee execution through postproduction. Own presentations to pitch concepts and designs, solicit feedback, build stakeholder consensus, and secure approvals. Consistently balance time between executing and managing work by other members of the design team with the ability to prioritize and deliver to deadlines. Create and champion an environment that pushes the boundaries of experience design, with a taste level that is akin to the brand. Forge strong relationships with the resource management team and cross-functional peers to ensure cohesion on project, people and asset requirements. Act with urgency and business maturity in alignment with the entrepreneurial spirit of the organization. Confidence in finding and communicating solutions, speaking up and hearing other points of view, engaging as an active member of the Creative team. Maintain a strong awareness of industry trends, creative leaders, new innovations and the competitive landscape. We'd love to hear from you if you have 12+ years experience working in-agency or brand-side in a similar role as a manager of people and doer of design. A killer portfolio that demonstrates your ability to think in various mediums, with unwavering attention to craft and a focus on long-term brand building. Understand how to create flexible brand universes from strategic insights, leveraging design systems that build consistency and deliver business results. Demonstrate experience bringing a brand platform to life through the CX, applying design thinking through the funnel. Fluent in creative for multiple mediums but with a focus on designing for the modern world: digital, ecomm, CRM, retail, and conceptual content creation. Adobe, Figma and a knowledge of AI-tools for agility and efficiency. Motion graphics and editing capabilities are an asset. Work across multiple projects and competing priorities with the ability to think ahead and plan your time, as well as your team’s accordingly. Solution-oriented, positive leader who is gracious with your time to teach and mentor others. While category experience isn’t a necessity, ideally you’ve worked on a beauty, retail, CPG, health, or wellness brand. Why Saje? Here at Saje, we understand that joining a team is an important decision to make, so we want to be sure you're supported to do your best work. The compensation range on average for this position is from $130,000 - 150,000 annually. Base pay is dependent on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. In addition to your base, we offer: Annual bonus program A hybrid way of working Flexible work hours based on business needs Wellness days to ensure you're taking care of your mental and physical health Health benefits - comprehensive health, vision and dental packages Paid sick days Generous product discount Full onboarding plan and onboarding buddy to help you settle in Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support, resources, and information available to you and your family GRSP programs Paid time off to ensure you're resting & recharging Product training to help you learn about the benefits and efficacy of our 100% natural products to support your own wellness journey Join our team! If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply in the link below. Not sure you're 100% the right fit? We encourage you to apply even if you don't have all of the listed qualifications. We offer a thorough onboarding experience to set you up for success, learning and development support, and help you to integrate seamlessly. All applications are viewed by a member of our team and therefore we do not use AI as part of our screening & selection process. We do use AI to transcribe our preliminary screening calls with our recruitment team. This job posting is for an existing vacancy on our team that we are presently hiring for. Saje provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, and we believe the best teams are made up of diverse perspectives and people. We offer reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and will work with you to ensure you are supported while working at Saje. Note Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Description
Reporting to the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager is accountable in leading key aspects of their store’s business. Through attracting, leading and developing Team Members, the ASM drives key business results by ensuring all aspects of the in-store experience are delivered consistently and in alignment with our commitment to providing our community members with excellent service and spreading global wellness.
While fostering an environment that delivers upon the Company’s Culture and Service ethos, this role balances an operational mindset, strong business acumen, and a people-centric approach to increasing productivity and profitability of the retail business.
The ASM is accountable to partner and support the SM in creating annual and quarterly strategies for growing their business, focusing on People, Operations, Visual Merchandising and Community outreach.
Through day to day functions, the Assistant Store Manager contributes to maintaining and strengthening Saje’s culture; proactively engaging in behaviours that align with Saje’s values: Wellness, Growth, Celebration, Greatness and Belonging.
Responsibilities
Attract, hire, and train Team Members who are committed to creating the conditions for financial wellness in our Retail stores
Engage, develop and retain Team Members by leveraging their expertise and unique skillsets
Create and maintain a succession strategy
Administer mid-year and annual reviews, sets goals, and deliver feedback regularly with direct reports
Partner with the Store Manager to create annual and quarterly strategic plans to support growth of the business
Generate business results and achieve key KPIs including revenue and comp growth goals, AVS, IPT, traffic, conversion, loyalty program growth and labour targets
Display strong business acumen and analytical skills in order to growth the store business
Ensure Team Members are equipped with the product knowledge they need to make intentional recommendations for Community Members
Uphold presentation standards, and assess and action merchandising opportunities in order to elevate the in-store experience
Cultivate an environment of excellent community member service , sharing our awesome products and spreading wellness through the in-store experience
Take a proactive and innovative approach to growing the business through community outreach
Inspire and uplift your team through coaching, collaboration and by embodying our core values
Choose culture first in everything you do, with a commitment to personal growth and self-awareness
Create a team environment where all Team Members consistently experience a sense of belonging and inclusion
Applicant Requirements
Leadership - You're an inspirational and dynamic leader who is naturally warm and compassionate towards others with an insatiable drive to exceed results and celebrate successes
Retail experience - Has a deep understanding of the Retail environment; an expert in delivering experiences to community members and have proven sales floor
leadership
Getting product on people - You're excited to share our product with people and educate on how our unique formulations elevate wellness
Community connector - Leverages an entrepreneurial approach to building a brand through relationship building and creating resonant experiences
Track record of success - Has achieved or exceeded success metrics 90% of the time throughout career; performances reviews are in top echelon; has proven
growth story in their professional or personal life
Stamina and positive attitude - Thrives in a challenge; is solutions focused; will see bright side of situations, despite adversity, never gives up
Never satisfied with the status quo - Understands the need for constant evolution of strategies that fits the needs of our ever-changing business
Wellness persona - You're passionate about wellness and incorporate wellness into your everyday routine
Key Relationships
Reporting to theStore Manager
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Overview
At Saje Natural Wellness, we're nature's original farmacy, blending the superpower of plants so you can remedy real life, naturally. And like nature, we're continually growing! As we continue to build our team, we're seeking talented people to join us: in our stores, support offices, and distribution centres. We are a purpose-driven, people-first organization where collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurial mindsets thrive.
We look for individuals who have drive and warmth, agility and passion, and keep customer experience at the centre of everything they do.
At Saje, you’ll connect with a dynamic community and make a positive impact. Join our team and grow your career, alongside the most talented, hard working, and kind-hearted people out there.
The impact you'll make
On a mission to remedy real life with the power of plants, the Design Director is integral to the manifestation of Saje’sevolved brand expression across universal design systems, full funnel commercial activity and conversion platforms. An incredible opportunity, as a seasoned creative leader, you will work with the ECD to evolve and solidify the foundations of the brand, and will have the opportunity to leave your mark on one of Canada’s most beloved wellness brands with an eye to North American and global scalability.
The successful candidate will be a master of design principles and understands universe building and systems at scale. You have built brands across many touchpoints and have experience creating best-in-class conceptual, idea-driven work but also have a deep comprehension of conversion driving channels like CRM, ecomm and retail.
Together with the ECD, you will lead the visual expression of the brand. You will build brand standards, oversee concept creation and execution of both motion and photography and feel comfortable providing feedback to designers, copywriters and art directors to ensure work is fresh, distinct, but entirely on brand. You are entrepreneurial in nature and have a passion for mentoring and leading while contributing to campaign and evergreen projects as a working member of the creative team. You can work in a fast-paced environment and possess impeccable presentation skills. You have a business maturity and understand the balance of maintaining brand integrity in service of growth.
All Saje Team Members are responsible for contributing to Saje’s culture and maintaining a positive environment for themselves and their peers.
What you'll do
Oversee, empower and mentor a team of agile designers from brief to delivery in bringing the brand vision to life across a variety of mediums.
Operate as a swiss army knife, leveraging your experience and bench strength as a channel agnostic, big thinker who is well-versed in best practices and applications through digital, social, retail and performance.
Bring a level of expertise to global brand systems based on multiple market needs with an adherence to the brand’s platform, best practices and universal codes.
Create and implement design systems across assets to create efficient ways-of-working, including the use of AI-empowered tools.
Lead and supervise shoots for both photography and motion and oversee execution through postproduction.
Own presentations to pitch concepts and designs, solicit feedback, build stakeholder consensus, and secure approvals.
Consistently balance time between executing and managing work by other members of the design team with the ability to prioritize and deliver to deadlines.
Create and champion an environment that pushes the boundaries of experience design, with a taste level that is akin to the brand.
Forge strong relationships with the resource management team and cross-functional peers to ensure cohesion on project, people and asset requirements.
Act with urgency and business maturity in alignment with the entrepreneurial spirit of the organization.
Confidence in finding and communicating solutions, speaking up and hearing other points of view, engaging as an active member of the Creative team.
Maintain a strong awareness of industry trends, creative leaders, new innovations and the competitive landscape.
We'd love to hear from you if you have
12+ years experience working in-agency or brand-side in a similar role as a manager of people and doer of design.
A killer portfolio that demonstrates your ability to think in various mediums, with unwavering attention to craft and a focus on long-term brand building.
Understand how to create flexible brand universes from strategic insights, leveraging design systems that build consistency and deliver business results.
Demonstrate experience bringing a brand platform to life through the CX, applying design thinking through the funnel.
Fluent in creative for multiple mediums but with a focus on designing for the modern world: digital, ecomm, CRM, retail, and conceptual content creation.
Adobe, Figma and a knowledge of AI-tools for agility and efficiency. Motion graphics and editing capabilities are an asset.
Work across multiple projects and competing priorities with the ability to think ahead and plan your time, as well as your team’s accordingly.
Solution-oriented, positive leader who is gracious with your time to teach and mentor others.
While category experience isn’t a necessity, ideally you’ve worked on a beauty, retail, CPG, health, or wellness brand.
Why Saje?
Here at Saje, we understand that joining a team is an important decision to make, so we want to be sure you're supported to do your best work.
The compensation range on average for this position is from $130,000 - 150,000 annually. Base pay is dependent on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.
In addition to your base, we offer:
Annual bonus program
A hybrid way of working
Flexible work hours based on business needs
Wellness days to ensure you're taking care of your mental and physical health
Health benefits - comprehensive health, vision and dental packages
Paid sick days
Generous product discount
Full onboarding plan and onboarding buddy to help you settle in
Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support, resources, and information available to you and your family
GRSP programs
Paid time off to ensure you're resting & recharging
Product training to help you learn about the benefits and efficacy of our 100% natural products to support your own wellness journey
Join our team!
If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply in the link below. Not sure you're 100% the right fit? We encourage you to apply even if you don't have all of the listed qualifications. We offer a thorough onboarding experience to set you up for success, learning and development support, and help you to integrate seamlessly.
All applications are viewed by a member of our team and therefore we do not use AI as part of our screening & selection process. We do use AI to transcribe our preliminary screening calls with our recruitment team. This job posting is for an existing vacancy on our team that we are presently hiring for.
Saje provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, and we believe the best teams are made up of diverse perspectives and people. We offer reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and will work with you to ensure you are supported while working at Saje.
Note
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
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A wellness brand located in Toronto is seeking a Design Director to lead creative initiatives and develop strong brand expressions. The successful candidate will have over 12 years of experience, a solid portfolio across various media, and a passion for mentoring teams. The role encompasses overseeing design projects, implementing systems, and maintaining brand integrity while contributing to a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits supporting health and wellness. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Base Pay
$22-25/hour
Description
Reporting to the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager is accountable in leading key aspects of their store’s business. Through attracting, leading and developing Team Members, the ASM drives key business results by ensuring all aspects of the in-store experience are delivered consistently and in alignment with our commitment to providing our community members with excellent service and spreading global wellness.
While fostering an environment that delivers upon the Company’s Culture and Service ethos, this role balances an operational mindset, strong business acumen, and a people-centric approach to increasing productivity and profitability of the retail business.
The ASM is accountable to partner and support the SM in creating annual and quarterly strategies for growing their business, focusing on People, Operations, Visual Merchandising and Community outreach.
The ASM is also responsible for maintaining and strengthening Saje’s culture; proactively engaging in behaviours that align with Saje’s values: Wellness, Growth, Celebration, Greatness and Belonging.
Responsibilities
Attract, hire, and train Team Members who are committed to creating the conditions for financial wellness in our Retail stores
Engage, develop and retain Team Members by leveraging their expertise and unique skillsets
Create and maintain a succession strategy
Administer mid-year and annual reviews, sets goals, and deliver feedback regularly with direct reports
Partner with the Store Manager to create annual and quarterly strategic plans to support growth of the business
Generate business results and achieve key KPIs including revenue and comp growth goals, AVS, IPT, traffic, conversion, loyalty program growth and labour targets
Display strong business acumen and analytical skills in order to grow the store business
Ensure Team Members are equipped with the product knowledge they need to make intentional recommendations for Community Members
Uphold presentation standards, and assess and action merchandising opportunities in order to elevate the in-store experience
Cultivate an environment of excellent community member service, sharing our awesome products and spreading wellness through the in-store experience
Take a proactive and innovative approach to growing the business through community outreach
Inspire and uplift your team through coaching, collaboration and by embodying our core values
Choose culture first in everything you do, with a commitment to personal growth and self-awareness
Create a team environment where all Team Members consistently experience a sense of belonging and inclusion
Applicant Requirements
Leadership - You're an inspirational and dynamic leader who is naturally warm and compassionate towards others with an insatiable drive to exceed results and celebrate successes
Retail experience - Has a deep understanding of the Retail environment; an expert in delivering experiences to community members and have proven sales floor
leadership
Getting product on people - You're excited to share our product with people and educate on how our unique formulations elevate wellness
Community connector - Leverages an entrepreneurial approach to building a brand through relationship building and creating resonant experiences
Track record of success - Has achieved or exceeded success metrics 90% of the time throughout career; performances reviews are in top echelon; has proven growth story in their professional or personal life
Stamina and positive attitude - Thrives in a challenge; is solutions focused; will see bright side of situations, despite adversity, never gives up
Never satisfied with the status quo - Understands the need for constant evolution of strategies that fits the needs of our ever-changing business
Wellness persona - You're passionate about wellness and incorporate wellness into your everyday routine
Key Relationships
Reporting to theStore Manager
Salary
Hourly $20-$25
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Shape the retail environment as an Assistant Store Manager, committed to outstanding customer service and community wellness. Cultivate your team's success while achieving crucial business results.
In this impactful position, you will work closely with the Store Manager to implement strategies that drive store profitability. Your leadership will encompass hiring, training, and developing Team Members to ensure they are equipped to provide exceptional service. You'll focus on creating strong community ties and an engaging shopping experience while celebrating the brand's values.
Key Responsibilities:
• Hire, train, and develop a passionate retail team
• Set clear performance goals and conduct reviews
• Assist in crafting annual and quarterly business strategies
• Meet and exceed key performance indicators
• Uphold visual merchandising and presentation standards
Requirements:
• Strong leadership experience in retail settings
• Deep understanding of customer-focused service
• Track record of achieving business goals
• Enthusiasm for wellness and product knowledge
• Resilience and adaptability to change
Lead a thriving team in delivering exceptional service while promoting wellness in the community through strategic retail practices.
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A wellness-focused retail company seeks a Store Manager to lead their Edmonton location. The ideal candidate will drive business results, foster team development, and enhance customer experience through strong leadership and a commitment to wellness. Responsibilities include hiring and training staff, developing business strategies, and ensuring a culture of excellent service. The compensation range is $60,000 - $70,000 CAD annually along with comprehensive health benefits and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A wellness-focused retail company in Canada seeks an Assistant Store Manager to lead their store's business operations. The role involves attracting and developing team members, ensuring excellent service, and achieving key performance indicators. Ideal candidates will have retail experience, a passion for wellness, and a positive attitude. The base hourly rate for this position ranges from $20 to $25, depending on various factors including experience and internal equity. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Manage a vibrant retail space as Store Manager, fostering a culture of wellness and top-tier service. Your leadership will drive team development and business success on multiple fronts.
In this impactful role, you will coordinate business operations, nurture talent, and implement strategies for sustainable growth. Your ability to forge community connections while ensuring team members thrive will showcase a commitment to both exceptional service and profitability. Leading by example, you’ll inspire a strong team culture and a focus on wellness initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive recruitment and training of Team Members
• Develop and execute strategic business plans
• Foster strong community relationships
• Achieve key performance indicators consistently
• Cultivate team environment with a sense of belonging
Requirements:
• Visionary leader with retail expertise
• Strong track record of success in leadership roles
• Wellness advocate with ongoing personal development
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Adaptability to evolving retail landscapes
Elevate your store’s performance while promoting health and wellness through your leadership and dedication to community engagement.
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