- Location
- Halton Hills Ontario Canada
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Coach
Founded in New York in 1941, Coach is a modern American luxury house celebrated for its leather craftsmanship, effortless style, and optimistic spirit. As an employer, the brand offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet across design, retail, merchandising, digital, and corporate functions. Coach values creativity, inclusivity, and personal growth, encouraging teams to bring authentic perspectives to a global business with a distinctly New York attitude. Guided by its commitment to quality, self-expression, and responsible progress, Coach provides opportunities for talent to shape meaningful customer experiences while contributing to the continued evolution of an iconic lifestyle brand.
Coach is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Halton Hills, Ontario, to partner with the Store Manager on sales performance, operational excellence and team development. The role includes customer service, talent development, omni-channel engagement and store operations, with a flexible schedule covering nights, weekends, peak season and public holidays.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Store Manager in achieving sales goals through forecasting, planning and category initiatives; monitor KPIs and adjust strategies as needed.
- Create an inclusive, high-energy environment that meets Coach service standards, resolve customer issues promptly, and represent the brand in-store and in the community.
- Recruit, onboard and coach team members; foster a collaborative culture and build a talent pipeline aligned with the brand vision.
- Support virtual shopping, clienteling and customer data acquisition; use social media trends to enhance the customer experience.
- Oversee compliance with policies, scheduling, payroll, HR processes, loss prevention and visual merchandising standards; maintain store safety and vendor relationships.
- Partner with leadership to interpret market trends, shape store strategies and share insights with district and corporate teams to advance cross-functional projects.
- Lead by example on the sales floor, delivering exceptional customer experiences and upholding Coach service standards.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of leadership experience in retail or service industries; luxury or fashion experience preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Strong customer focus and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to inspire and motivate teams to exceed performance standards.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail systems; knowledge of omni-channel services and clienteling strategies.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, peak season, high-traffic retail days and public holidays.
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and to climb, bend, kneel and maneuver on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
- Strong English language proficiency (for EU).
Skills
Experience
At least 1 year of leadership experience in retail or service industries; luxury or fashion experience preferred.
Education
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Workplace
The role is situated in Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada — conveniently close to Toronto.
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Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k); paid parental leave; commuter benefits; tuition assistance.
Culture
Coach fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where teams are encouraged to bring authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern optimism to everything they do. As part of a global fashion house with a strong New York heritage, it offers a collaborative environment that values innovation, diversity, and personal growth.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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