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Job summary

You will create a warm, welcoming environment while engaging with customers to share stories and curate product collections. Additionally, you will maintain visual standards and contribute to a safe, high-performance store culture.

Job details

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 You’ll help to cultivate an environment that promotes authentic employee and customer experiences and are guided by our culture and mission of adding joy. You role model the Indigo Beliefs by being authentic, seeking inspiration and knowing your audience, and you influence your customers through the stories you tell; connecting them to our brand. WHAT YOU’LL DO Create a warm and welcoming environment in our stores Add joy to our customers' lives Leverage our product to tell stories Engage and connect with our customers on the floor Curate specific product collections for each customer you meet Ensure Visual Standards are followed and maintained Role model Indigo’s High Performance Characteristics Seek information regarding new products, promotions and programs Contribute to an environment where everyone knows their health and safety is a top priority and where everyone actively participates in ensuring the health and safety of each other and our customers Take accountability to respond to customer feedback in a timely manner Hold self and others accountable Own self-development and provide continuous feedback to colleagues and Leadership Team Share ideas with Leadership Team on how to improve the employee and customer experience Qualifications Experience in specialty retail or a retail environment preferred but not required Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to learn new things and be exposed to all aspects of the store Demonstrated commitment to creating an exceptional employee and customer experience Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time Ability to work Early morning shifts starting at 6am Ability to lift medium to large items, up to 40 pounds, while using appropriate equipment and safety techniques Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, overnights and early mornings (if required for the role) Bilingualism (French/English) is required for all positions in Québec; other languages an asset 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 Indigo uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of the hiring process, such as screening and assessments. These tools support our team but do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination. At Indigo, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility are core to our values. We integrate these principles into our training, policies, and hiring practices and continuously evolve to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. We respect your privacy throughout the recruitment process. Our Candidate Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you apply for a role with Indigo, and the choices available to you. This posting is for a current opportunity within Indigo. Department: Customer Service Employee Type: Seasonal Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

What you’ll do

You will create a warm, welcoming environment while engaging with customers to share stories and curate product collections. Additionally, you will maintain visual standards and contribute to a safe, high-performance store culture.

Requirements

Previous experience in specialty retail is preferred but not required. Candidates must be able to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Product Knowledge · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Customer service
• Retail sales
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Product knowledge
• Visual merchandising
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Accountability
• Sales
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Customer Service
• Equities
• Energetic
• Willingness To Learn
• Creativity
• Collections
• Lifting Ability
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Self Development

Job areas

• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Customer Experience Representative
• Customer Service Representative (General)
• Inquiry Clerks
• Customer Service Representatives