POPJOY-Mini Store Manager - Project Based (Trendy Toy)

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申请的时候请放上：
1.简历Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
Cover Letter重点说明
Multi-store retail experience
New store opening experience
Site selection / lease / build-out experience
Team management
Sales / P&L responsibility
Relevant lifestyle, collectible, toy, fashion, entertainment or consumer brand experience）
3. Earliest available start date最早可以开始的时间
Please indicate your preferred engagement arrangement (full-time, part-time, or consulting) in your application.倾向的合同方式
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About IGG Canada
IGG Canada is a premium mobile game and video production studio located at 988 West Broadway, Vancouver, Canada. With spectacular views of the downtown skyline, coastal mountains, and English Bay, our studio provides a spacious, high-tech, and inspiring environment for creativity and collaboration.
IGG Canada is a division of IGG (I Got Games), a global interactive digital entertainment company that specializes in the development and operation of Mobile Games. Founded in 2006, IGG has grown into a leading global game developer and publisher, with studios and operations across China, the Philippines, Singapore, the United States, and Canada, where IGG established its Canadian studio in 2013.

The store, branded as POP JOY, is a rising retail venture by Fuzhou Tianlong Digital Technology, a subsidiary 100% owned and controlled by IGG Group. POP JOY is our in-house designer toy brand through which we hope to establish our retail presence. It leverages global resources and cutting-edge digital entertainment to lead a new wave of Gen Z consumption. The brand seamlessly blends trend culture, social interaction, and immersive experiences, connecting offline retail spaces with dynamic online communities. Focused on delivering in-demand collectibles and socially engaging environments, POP JOY aims to create a cultural playground where young consumers can truly feel a sense of belonging.

Position: Mini StoreManager - Project Based (Trendy Toy)
Reports to: Head Office Operations Team
Hiring Level: Experienced
Contract Type: Project-Based — Full-Time, Part-Time, or Consulting arrangements may be considered based on project needs and the candidate’s experience.
Office Location: 8F-988 West Broadway, BC V5Z 1K7
Workplace: on-site in store/ at office (Vancouver)
Salary Range: Full-Time: CAD $70,000–$90,000 annually or commensurate with local experience
Part-Time: CAD $30–$35/hour or commensurate with local experience
Consulting: Compensation will be discussed based on scope, experience, and engagement arrangement.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Hiring Processes:
1. Resume reviewing
2. Interviews
3. Offer

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Mini Store Manager – Project Based to support the launch and ongoing development of our retail business in Canada.
This role will play a key part in building our Canadian retail presence from the ground up, with responsibilities spanning the full lifecycle of store development and operations, including site selection, store setup, opening preparation, team building, and day-to-day store management. The initial focus will be on British Columbia, with potential expansion into Ontario and other Canadian markets as the business develops.
You will work closely with our international Head Office Operations Team and local partners to develop and execute effective retail strategies, establish operational processes, monitor business performance, and support the growth of the POP JOY brand in the Canadian market.
This is a project-based opportunity with flexibility in engagement structure. Full-time, part-time, or consulting arrangements may be considered based on project needs and the candidate’s experience. As the Canadian retail business develops, there may be opportunities for the role to expand into a broader Regional Retail Manager scope.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead the launch and development of POP JOY’s Canadian retail presence, starting with the initial Mini Store project and supporting future expansion as the business develops.
- Support the end-to-end store opening process, including site identification and evaluation, landlord and leasing coordination, store setup and build-out coordination, inventory preparation, and grand opening execution.
- Establish and manage day-to-day store operations, including operating procedures, staffing, scheduling, inventory management, customer experience, and store standards.
- Recruit, train, coach, and manage local store teams, and support the development of operational capabilities as the Canadian retail business grows.
- Set and monitor sales and operational targets, track key retail performance metrics, manage operating costs, and identify opportunities to improve store profitability and efficiency.
- Analyze sales, customer, and operational data to identify trends and issues, develop actionable recommendations, and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with Head Office, marketing teams, and local partners to develop localized retail strategies, marketing campaigns, promotional activities, and customer experiences aligned with Canadian market trends.
- Provide local market insights and recommendations on consumer behavior, retail trends, competitor activity, potential locations, and business opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable employment, workplace safety, retail, and operational requirements, as well as company policies and standards.


Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in any field is preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in retail operations, store management, or retail business development, with experience in multi-store operations considered an asset.
- Hands-on experience with new store openings, retail expansion, site selection, lease coordination, or store setup is strongly preferred.
- Experience in lifestyle, consumer, entertainment, collectible, toy, fashion, or other youth-oriented retail brands is an asset.
- Experience managing retail teams, including recruitment, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
- Strong understanding of retail operations, sales performance, inventory management, cost control, and key retail performance metrics.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data, identify opportunities and risks, and translate insights into practical actions.
- Strong understanding of the Canadian retail market, consumer behavior, and local retail trends is highly desirable.
- Strong operational and strategic thinking, with a hands-on and entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and collaborate effectively with international stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel locally and potentially across Canada as the retail business expands.

Language Requirements
Fluency in English is required.
Mandarin language skills are considered an asset, as the role will involve regular communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, including the Head Office Operations Team.

What We Offer
13 days of accrued paid vacation and 5 paid sick days annually.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after 3 months.
Active Living Benefit and Training/Development fee reimbursement after 3 months.
Paid statutory holidays.
Paid holiday closure between Christmas and New Year's.
RRSP matching after 1 year.
Monthly commuter allowance after 3 months.
Monthly team lunches.
Festival bonuses and gifts.
Gifts for employees’ children.
Employee referral bonuses.

Office & Team Perks
Bike parking at the office and company-paid parking.
Regular working hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., including a paid lunch break.
On-site entertainment facilities and gym.
Casual dress code.
Employee discounts at nearby restaurants and cafés through company partnerships.
Employee-led clubs, social activities, and community initiatives supported by company funding.
Snacks and drinks provided.

Join Our Team
If you are a creative artist with a passion for translating a vision into compelling artwork, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our exciting projects.
Please submit your portfolio along with your application. We look forward to seeing your work!