Food Store Manager

Borderland Co-op is hiring a Food Store Manager at our Moosomin Food Store

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 www.borderlandco-op.crs

What you’ll do:

The Food Store Manager will be responsible for the overall operation of the newly constructed 30,000 square foot Moosomin Food Store including inventory control, budgeting, staffing, asset protection, and health and safety. The Manager will provide leadership, direction, and support to ensure the business delivers trusted products and services to the local community.

You will lead a team in a positive and engaging manner. Oversee employee performance, providing mentorship, coaching, and identifying areas of concern as required. Determine staffing requirements for the location. Ensure compliance with all HR, Operational, Food Safety and Occupational Health and Safety policies.

You will maintain positive relationships with vendors and ensure an excellent level of service for members and customers. Identify consumer trends to determine expected sales volumes for new products and support competitive pricing. Create and execute a merchandising strategy to ensure high-priority merchandise is well placed. Support and lead customer loyalty and reward programs. Respond to customer concerns and complaints in a timely manner to ensure resolution.

You will provide leadership to all the Food Department Managers to grow sales in all associated commodities. The successful candidate will guide team leaders to identify and prioritize opportunities within their departments and lead the delivery of support and operational training in all areas.

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:

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and:

· You have 6 – 9 years of relevant experience including a minimum of 3 years experience leading leaders in a retail food environment.

· Previous management within the Co-op Retailing System will be considered an assest.

· You’re experienced in leading a team with a focus on customer service.

· You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.

· You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

Our Team Members 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.

Salary Band - $74,890 - $112,335 annually (The successful candidate will be placed within this band based on experience, technical knowledge, and leadership ability)

Apply early as recruitment is ongoing to careers@borderland.crs, position will be open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $74,890.00-$112,335.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Experience:

• Retail management: 6 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Moosomin, SK (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Moosomin, SK: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person