📢 Mass Recruitment Drive – Join Popular Book Company! 📢

Job Description

- **Location**: Singapore (Onsite)
- **Company Overview**:
- Established in 1924, POPULAR is a household name in Singapore, synonymous with education, knowledge, and wisdom. For a century, we have evolved from a local bookstore into a leading bilingual retailer, offering a comprehensive range of books, stationery, educational materials, and lifestyle products.
- As we celebrate our 100th anniversary—"A Century of Wisdom"—we remain committed to nurturing the growth of our community. Join an iconic Singaporean brand that blends stability and heritage with a forward-looking approach to retail innovation and customer experience.
- **Role Overview**:
- We are currently embarking on a mass recruitment drive to scale our retail teams across Singapore. We are seeking dedicated individuals for various frontline positions, including Retail Assistants, Administrative Assistants, Supervisors, and Store Managers. Whether you are a fresh graduate looking to kickstart your career or an experienced retail professional, you will play a vital role in upholding our commitment to service excellence and operational rigor.
- **Key Responsibilities**:
- **Deliver Exceptional Service**: Provide professional and friendly assistance to customers, ensuring a seamless and welcoming shopping experience.
- **Manage Store Operations**: Handle point-of-sale (POS) transactions accurately and efficiently. For leadership roles, oversee shift schedules, daily store productivity, and team performance.
- **Inventory & Merchandising**: Maintain stock accuracy, assist with inventory replenishment, and ensure products are displayed according to merchandising standards to drive sales.
- **Administrative Support**: (For Admin roles) Manage store-level paperwork, scheduling, and inventory documentation to ensure smooth and organized back-end operations.
- **Team Collaboration**: Work effectively within a high-energy environment to meet operational targets and contribute to the success of the outlet.
- **Requirements**:
- **Minimum/Core Requirements**:
- Full commitment to working on Weekends and Public Holidays, aligned with standard retail operating hours.
- Ability to commit to a permanent, full-time work arrangement.
- Prior leadership experience in a retail environment is mandatory for those applying for Supervisor or Managerial positions (Store-in-Charge/Operations).
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, service-oriented mindset.
- Ability to thrive in a hands-on, onsite environment that requires standing for extended periods and handling merchandise.
- **Preferred/Bonus Requirements**:
- Proficiency in English and Mandarin is highly preferred to effectively manage bilingual product ranges and provide high-quality service in a multilingual retail setting.
- Previous experience in retail, particularly in books, stationery, or educational products.
- Familiarity with POS systems and retail administrative processes.
- **Why you should be interested**:
- **Iconic Heritage**: Be part of a landmark year as we celebrate 100 years of serving the Singapore community.
- **Clear Career Progression**: Benefit from a structured career path with seven seniority levels (from Assistant to Manager), providing transparent opportunities for long-term professional growth.
- **Stability and Growth**: Join a well-established and respected brand with a deep-rooted presence and a commitment to long-term success in the local market.
- **Dynamic Environment**: Work in a fast-paced setting where your contribution directly impacts the shopping experience of families and learners across the nation.

Ready to grow with a brand that has shaped generations? We look forward to meeting you at our upcoming interview sessions.