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Fountain Tire

Front Counter Associate, Okotoks

Okotoks, AB · On-site

CA$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... Front Counter Associate! At Fountain Tire, our associates are our number one asset. As a vital ... Market leading wages, a manager with a large support network, and the chance to learn and grow. If ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Slave Lake, AB · On-site

CA$20.56/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Barrhead, AB

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters. A ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Grande Prairie, AB · On-site

CA$20.56/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Barrhead, AB · On-site

CA$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters. A ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Saint Albert, AB · On-site

CA$19.58/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters. A ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Barrhead, AB · On-site

CA$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters. A ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Saint Albert, AB

CA$19.58/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters. A ...

Boots

No7 Advisor (No7 Bonus)

Edmonton, AB · On-site

  • Life

  • Retirement

Your journey could take you into roles such as Counter Manager or Assistant Manager, or into a wide range of beauty adjacent opportunities across Boots and the wider No7 Beauty Company. We also offer ...

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Leduc, AB

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative - Sales and Service Representative and help ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

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Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Leduc, AB

CA$19.58/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative - Sales and Service Representative and help ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

New

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Slave Lake, AB

CA$20.56/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

Kal Tire

Front Counter Sales Representative

Slave Lake, AB

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Join Kal Tire as a Front Counter Sales Representative and help customers with their automotive ... All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire's hiring managers and recruiters.

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How much do counter manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for counter manager in Alberta is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a counter manager?

A Counter Manager is a retail professional responsible for overseeing the sales operations and staff at a specific retail counter, typically within a department store or specialty shop. Their duties include supervising team members, ensuring excellent customer service, managing inventory, and meeting sales targets. Counter Managers often work in cosmetics, fragrance, or jewelry departments, where they play a key role in promoting products and training their team. They also handle scheduling, reporting, and may resolve customer issues. Strong leadership and sales skills are essential for this role.

What skills do you need to be a counter manager?

A counter manager needs strong customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage inventory and staff. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with point-of-sale systems are also important for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a counter manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Counter Manager, you need strong sales skills, product knowledge, and experience in retail management, often supported by a background in cosmetics or luxury goods. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, and brand-specific training or certifications is typically required. Exceptional customer service, leadership, and communication skills help you motivate staff and build lasting client relationships. These abilities ensure sales targets are met, team performance is optimized, and customers receive a premium experience, all of which drive store success.

How does a counter manager balance sales goals with team development in a retail environment?

A Counter Manager is responsible for meeting sales targets while also ensuring their team is motivated, knowledgeable, and providing excellent customer service. This often involves setting daily or weekly sales objectives, coaching team members through regular feedback, and organizing training sessions to improve product expertise. Balancing these priorities requires strong leadership, time management, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Successful Counter Managers foster a positive team culture, which directly impacts both sales performance and customer satisfaction.

What does a counter manager do?

A counter manager leads the sales team of a retail department, often the cosmetics counter at a department store. Your job duties as a counter manager are to negotiate with vendors, order product lines, hire, train, evaluate, and fire staff, schedule and supervise employees, provide customer service, and handle administrative responsibilities, like analyzing sales metrics and business goals, marketing products, and organizing displays. To pursue a career as a counter manager, the qualifications include extensive product knowledge, excellent customer service skills, and retail experience. An associate or bachelor’s degree may help you get promotions more quickly.

What is the difference between Counter Manager vs Sales Associate?

AspectCounter ManagerSales Associate
ResponsibilitiesOversees counter operations, manages staff, ensures customer satisfactionAssists customers, processes sales, stocks products
Required SkillsLeadership, customer service, inventory managementCustomer service, communication, product knowledge
Work EnvironmentRetail counters, often in cosmetics, electronics, or food sectorsRetail stores, malls, specialty shops
CertificationsTypically no formal certifications required, but management experience helpsNo formal certifications required

While both roles work in retail environments, a Counter Manager oversees daily operations and staff, focusing on management and customer satisfaction. A Sales Associate primarily assists customers and handles sales transactions. The Counter Manager role involves more leadership and responsibility, whereas the Sales Associate role is more customer-facing and transactional.

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Infographic showing various Counter Manager job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,748 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Front Counter Associate, Okotoks

Fountain Tire

Okotoks, AB • On-site

CA$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Fountain Tire Okotoks, an established automotive repair shop, is looking for a friendly and dedicated individual to join our team as a Front Counter Associate!

At Fountain Tire, our associates are our number one asset. As a vital member of our team, you will get to enjoy many great benefits:

What is in it for you?

  • Competitive compensation: $22 per hour (based on experience)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefit programs for you and your family, including an RRSP program with company matching
  • Regular day shifts and the opportunity to work 4 hour shifts every third Sunday
  • We will develop your skills and certifications with our excellent training program & opportunity for advancement
  • The opportunity to work with an excellent team and great customers
  • Great discounts for you and your family on tires, parts, and mechanical services

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Creating work orders and arranging bookings and communicating them to the technicians
  • Provide service quotes and receive customer authorization for work to be performed on vehicles, finalize sales, and complete customer follow up.
  • Provide proactive calls to customers to determine their satisfaction level with the service they have received
  • Recommend tire service, specialty tire service, wheel and mechanical service to customers
  • Ensure that all products are billed accurately to the customer and process all necessary information in the computer system.
  • Keep promotional material updated in the showroom.
  • Participate in all safety initiatives, as required or assigned, to guarantee safety at Fountain Tire including customers and staff, on the road, site or field.
  • Complete assigned e-learning and safety courses and adhering to standards and policies as described in learning modules.
  • Assist in inventory management through documentation processes and annual inventory counts

What does it take to get on track?

  • Experience in the automotive repair industry or tire industry is an asset
  • Excellent customer service and a great attitude are a must
  • Effective listening skills with the ability to identify customer needs and provide recommendations
  • Working knowledge of passenger, light truck and, specialty tires and mechanical services
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to provide a satisfactory passenger or commercial Driver’s Abstract
  • A team player who takes pride in their work

At Fountain Tire, you’d have a great place to work! Market leading wages, a manager with a large support network, and the chance to learn and grow. If you are interested apply in-store or online today!

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