Assistant Gas Bar Manager

Co-op•Town of Bonnyville, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeland Co-op is seeking an Assistant Gas Bar Manager to join their Gas Bar and Convenience Store team in Bonnyville, Alberta. As a co-operative, Lakeland Co-op focuses on serving Western Canadians, returning profits to communities, and investing in sustainable growth. The Assistant Gas Bar/C-Store Manager is a key member of the Leadership Team, working with minimal supervision to oversee the Gas Bar/C-Store operations and contribute to the company's success.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and strong customer services skills
Experience guiding and supervising an employee team is required
Demonstrated initiative and drive for results
Skills in the areas of: Strategic planning and executing production as well as implementing continuous improvement / changes to procedures / processes
Ability to handle multiple demands – adaptable, organized, efficient and committed
Computer skills are required – Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
Honest and trustworthy, strong work ethic, and striving to be the best at what you do
The ability to lift heavy materials (20+ kg)
Acceptance of Lakeland Co-op’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and to promote a safe working environment.
Available to work a variety of shifts including Monday-Sunday, and statutory holidays on a rotational basis

Nice To Haves

Retail experience in a competitive and complex environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversight and day-to-day management of the Gas Bar/C-store, including covering shifts for employees.
Establish short-term strategies, goals, and objectives for the store in alignment with the Energy Manager.
Oversee adherence to brand and merchandising standards, marketing efforts, image standards, safety, and asset protection.
Purchase and market convenience store merchandise and manage vendor relationships.
Coach team members, providing direction, guidance, training, and development.
Manage superior customer service.
Ensure adherence to all regulations, Company, H&S, Loss Prevention policies and procedures.
Ensure consistent operations with the goal of continually improving the Gas Bar/C-Store.
Oversee and plan daily operations for gas bar locations including fuel pricing, inventory management, and implementing marketing programs.
Manage growth of sales and improve profitability.
Keep abreast of local competitor activity and make recommendations to support internal pricing, promotion, and product policies.
Provide recommendations for major maintenance repairs and expense items and ensure the location maintains proper housekeeping.
Responsible for the procurement of merchandise and ensuring all ordering schedules are followed and inventory control programs meet customer requirements.
Responsible for ensuring the proper receiving and warehousing procedures are in effect.
Provide leadership to the team, training and developing team members.
Promote and ensure adherence to brand and merchandising standards, marketing efforts, image standards, safety, and asset protection.
Responsible for building strong customer relationships and delivering solutions.
Actively engage in programs aimed at promoting good customer relations, increasing sales volume, and continually striving to improve store friendliness and customer service.