Vancouver Store Manager

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Availability: Full time, must be available weekends and holidays
Salary Range: $70-$100K CAD

Hi. We’re Left On Friday. We believe in a life where nothing holds you back, especially your swimsuit. So we designed a swim (surf, fun) suit that can keep up with you, is easy to care for, and feels amazing on.

Job Summary 

We're looking for an experienced and energetic Store Manager to lead our Vancouver location. As the Store Manager, you're a champion of the brand and the heartbeat of the store - providing exceptional customer service, creating a positive in-store experience, overseeing day-to-day operations, and managing a team that embodies the spirit of Left On Friday.

You'll drive sales, maintain the store's aesthetic, and ensure smooth operations while building a tight-knit, high-performing team. Beyond the four walls, you'll activate meaningful community partnerships that strengthen the brand locally and create genuine connections in the neighborhood.

The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, expertise in retail operations, an obsession for all things product, a high standard of guest experience, and a solution-oriented approach.

This is a full-time, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited to be part of one of the fastest-growing brands out there.

 

Life at LOF:

We're a swim brand built for epic good times, and our team lives it every day through sweat sessions, early morning swims, community events and saying "yes" to whatever adventure comes next. No matter your role, you'll be part of how we show up. Our team loves being active, working out together and are plugged into their local athletic communities, whether that's a run club, swim group, surf crew or yoga studio. If that sounds like your kind of good time, read on.

 

Core Responsibilities

Store Performance & Operations

• Drive sales weekly, monthly and annual sales hitting or exceeding targets provided to you by leadership

• Oversee all aspects of store operations to ensure smooth and efficient functioning.

• Manage the store P&L ensuring a profitable environment

• Work in partnership with our cross-functional teams to ensure company policies, procedures and standards of operations are in alignment.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.

• Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling and reporting.

• Responsible for inventory management and audits.

• Lead visual merchandising of the store and ensure standards are maintained.

• Develop and implement strategies to drive retail sales revenue and achieve sales targets.

• Test new ideas and report learnings to inform future store planning

Guest Experience

• Provide a premium guest experience and act as an ambassador of the brand.

• Create a retail & community space where guests want to come back again and again

• Share your fit and style expertise for try-on sessions and private parties.

• Solve for guest issues and crisis management.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead and motivate a team to deliver exceptional performance.

• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

• Give and receive feedback and share openly as an opportunity to grow.

Community 

• Build and maintain relationships with local partners, studios, and community leaders

• Plan and execute regular in-store and off-site community activations in collaboration with internal teams

• Act as the brand ambassador for Left On Friday in the local market

• Plan, host and lead occasional activations like cold plunges, open water swims and sunset paddles that bring our community together

Values You Bring

• Genuine Connection (Guest-First): Natural ability to build rapport and make every guest feel seen and supported

• Excellence-Driven (Make it Great): Consistently go above and beyond to create wow moments

• Authentic Communication (Be Real): Deliver honest, thoughtful feedback that customers trust

• Clarity & Ease (Keep it Simple): Simplify the shopping experience without sacrificing quality

• Positive Energy (Have Fun): Use humor and warmth to transform potentially stressful moments

• Trustworthy (Integrity): Demonstrate honesty, reliability, and accountability in every interaction

Key Skills & Experience: 

• At least 2-4 years of experience in retail management and community engagement

• Ability to work a full-time schedule including varied hours/days including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

• Says "yes" to adventure and is regularly active in, or excited to join, local athletic communities

• Proficient in Google Workplace applications

• Entrepreneurial spirit and takes accountability for owning your business

• Naturally connects with people in a relatable way

• Passionate about building a brand

• A self starter who is eager, agile and resourceful 

• Ability to think outside the box and drive results

• Loves being in, on and around water

• Creates a fun and welcoming environment

• Must have reliable transportation.

What We Offer

• Employee Discount

• Health Benefit Coverage 

• Eligibility for a regular retail bonus

What to Expect: 

Our interview process will include a mix of written screening responses and virtual meetings to discuss the role and your candidacy. Candidates who progress to our final interview stage will be invited to join us for a workout or in-person session. It's your chance to get a real preview of how LOF and our team live our culture. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged. If you need any accommodations, just let us know at the time and we'll make it work.

Interested?

Send your application here. Application process closes on October 30, 2026.