Store Manager

STORE MANAGER

The Store Manager is responsible for all operations within the store, delivering financial results and managing associate performance. Long term career growth is available through Kent as well as J.D. Irving, Limited of which Kent is a division.

Typical career steps are to work in process improvement, purchasing or to become a district manager or district sales manager.

What you will do:

• Demonstrate sensitivity to customer needs and willingness to build sincere relationships
• Engage and motivate team members with energy/optimism, through company vision and effectively promote leadership at all levels
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results and implement process improvements
• Communicate with honesty and integrity, and create the space for others to do the same
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships

What you will bring:

• 5+ years of successful retail management
• Bilingual is considered an asset
• Safety mindset
• People leader with excellent coaching and mentoring skills
• Change agent with ability to implement process improvements and evaluate alternate solutions
• Good understanding of budgetary development and financial management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to leverage technology for project management, analysis and solving problems (including Microsoft Office Suite)

What we offer includes:

• Continuous learning
• Competitive wages
• Company vehicle
• Medical, health and dental benefits, disability insurance, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan contributions
• Wellness reimbursement
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Employee discount
• Advancement opportunities
• To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Company Profile:

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior service, quality products and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values.

We employ over 3700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative which ensures our great product selection and pricing.

Kent Building Supplies is an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, candidates, and customers.

If you have disabilities that require special accommodation please email, RetailRecruitment@kent.ca

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Worried you don’t meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. At Kent we promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. You might be the one who we are looking for!

Apply Online today or drop your resume off in store!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Retail management: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person