HBC/Natural Value Department Manager

Loblaw Companies Limited•Fredericton, NB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Department Manager at Atlantic Superstore, where the individual will contribute to shaping the future of Canadian retail and helping Canadians Live Life Well®. The position involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of a specific department, ensuring it meets sales and profitability goals. Key responsibilities include training and developing colleagues in customer service, product knowledge, and merchandising, managing merchandise stocking, display, and pricing, monitoring inventory levels, and coordinating with other departments for timely replenishment. The manager is also responsible for maintaining a clean and safe department, managing departmental expenses, assisting in budget preparation, and communicating regularly with store management. Furthermore, the role involves actively recruiting talent, leading, coaching, and motivating colleagues to improve productivity, engagement, and retention, and maintaining merchandising and operational standards while building and leading diverse teams that foster an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous retail management experience, preferably in a departmental or specialty store setting
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop colleagues
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of retail operations, including merchandising, inventory management, and customer service
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

some college coursework preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of a specific department within a store
Ensure the department meets or exceeds sales and profitability goals
Train and develop department colleagues in customer service, product knowledge, and merchandising
Ensure merchandise is stocked, displayed, and priced appropriately
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with other departments to ensure timely replenishment
Maintain a clean and safe department for customers and colleagues
Manage departmental expenses and assist in budget preparation
Communicate regularly with store management and other department managers to ensure store-wide goals are being met
Be constantly on the lookout for great talent to join our team
Lead, coach and motivate colleagues to improve productivity, engagement and retention
Be committed to maintaining merchandising and operational standards
Building and leading diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging