Flagship Store Director

Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.

Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.

Join The Simons Team as the Flagship Store Director!

Are you ready to embark on a new adventure and step into an exciting leadership role? Simons is thrilled and honoured to be making our long-awaited debut in downtown Vancouver at CF Pacific Centre Shopping Mall. Simons is committed to our legacy of retail excellence in Canada, and we are on the lookout for a strategic Store Director to take on the challenge of leading one of our largest flagship locations in a top-tier shopping destination.

If you’re passionate about retail leadership, creativity, and exceptional customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do
As our Store Director, you will steer and inspire all departments across the store, each contributing to the dynamic and fast-paced atmosphere. You will be the driving force in leading the day-to-day functions of our store, with an entrepreneurial mindset to elevate along the way. You will proudly represent Simons by leading Area Directors, Department managers, and employees to deliver exceptional customer service, embodying the Simons vision.

Most importantly, you will foster an inviting atmosphere where customers love to shop, and employees love to work!

Lead & Inspire:  Build a high-performance team by navigating the management team’s development to enhance their leadership skills, drive customer engagement, and foster an innovative sense of purpose.

Drive the Simons

Experience:

Set the bar high and show your team what success looks like in the downtown Vancouver market, ensuring that all teams master the art of delivering the exceptional Simons service experience to every visitor.

Optimize Performance  :
Achieve or exceed sales targets by implementing innovative strategies that drive profitability for the store, while actively pursuing operational efficiencies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Deploy the Fashion Vision ** :
** You will ensure store presentation and merchandising delivers on our fashion leadership mission. You will lead the creation of captivating displays and manage inventory to ensure the store looks and feels exceptional every day.

Amplify the E-commerce Strategies  :
Enhance the growth of e-commerce shopping services through rigorous execution, delivering a cohesive multi-channel experience that seamlessly integrates both online and in-store shopping.

Maximize Relationships:  Cultivate and strengthen relationships with cross-functional partners, internal and external vendors, and the downtown Vancouver community. You will be a true ambassador and represent the Simons brand with ease.

What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a natural leader who can seamlessly lead the excitement of fast‑paced store operations, while upholding the renowned Simons family reputation since 1840. Your innovative outlook, passion for service, and knowledge of the Vancouver landscape will be key to your success.

Experience in Retail Leadership:  With 10-15 years in retail (minimum of 7 years in a leadership role), you have a proven ability to manage both people and processes effectively, particularly in fast‑paced, high-traffic, demanding…