Store Manager - Peace River

Peace Country Co-op is hiring a Full-Time Store Manager at our Food Store location in Peace River, Alberta.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at https://www.peacecountryco-op.crs/sites/peacecountry/

What you’ll do:

• Provide excellent customer experience
• Provide leadership and direction to Department Managers in the development and achievement of operational goals and financial results including sales, margins, expenses, inventory, and sales per employee hour (SPEH)
• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring proper maintenance, security, and housekeeping of the store and property. Implement company programs, policies, and operational standards effectively
• Manage sales growth and profitability by setting sales objectives, monitoring performance, controlling expenses, and recommending pricing, promotions, and product strategies
• Handle filing, record keeping, and perform other ISS45 File Maintenance Functions
• Ensure efficient procurement, ordering, receiving, and warehousing of merchandise Maintain inventory accuracy, promote or discontinue products as needed, and uphold brand and merchandising standards
• Prepare and manage store budgets, ensuring targets for sales, margins, and expenses are achieved. Oversee cash handling, purchase orders, mark-downs, and accounts receivable according to company policy
• Recruit, train, and develop employees while setting goals and managing performance. Provide clear direction, ensure adherence to job procedures, and foster a motivated and productive team
• Build strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, resolving complaints promptly, and implementing initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Enforce safety, environmental, and asset protection policies. Ensure compliance with government regulations and company standards to maintain a safe environment for employees and customers
• Other duties, as assigned

Why it matters:

Our Team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are and what you have:

• 5+ years of progressively responsible work experience in a retail environment, including 1-2+ years of demonstrated experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader
• Demonstrated experience tracking and monitoring customer satisfaction levels
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated effective team leadership skills with the ability to work well within a multigenerational and diverse team
• Ability to effectively manage operational budgets, maximize operational efficiency, and improve sales and growth margin
• Effective planning, organization and time management skills
• Strong inventory management, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience coaching, mentoring and providing performance feedback to Managers/Supervisors
• Great computer skills (including data entry accuracy) and the ability to manage computer files efficiently
• Related experience in the Co-operative Retailing System is an asset

Our Managers receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.