Assistant Gas Bar Manager

Co-op•Town of Bonnyville, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeland Co-op is currently seeking an Assistant Gas Bar/C-Store Manager at the Cold Lake Gas Bar in Cold Lake, Alberta. As a co-operative, Lakeland Co-op believes in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. The Assistant Gas Bar/C-Store Manager is a core Member of the Leadership Team who is required work under a minimal level of supervision. This position is key to Lakeland Co-op’s operation as they are expected to oversee the Gas Bar/C-Store Operation and provide valuable feedback to Lakeland Co-op’s continued 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.
Must pass a Drug & Alcohol Screening and Criminal Record Check
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

Responsible for the oversight and day-to-day management of the Gas Bar/C-store. This includes covering shifts for employees to ensure department runs smoothly.
Establish short-term strategies, goals, and objectives for the store in alignment with 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 relationships with vendors.
Coaches team members, providing day-to-day direction and guidance, training, and development.
Manage superior customer service.
Ensure adherence to all regulations, Company, H&S, Loss Prevention policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring 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 (with Energy Manager), inventory management, and implementing marketing programs.
Manages growth of sales and improves profitability.
Keeps abreast of local competitor activity and makes 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.