Lumber Manager

Federated Co-operatives LimitedArcola, SK
Onsite

About The Position

Arcola Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Lumber Manager onsite at our Home Centre location in Arcola, Saskatchewan. If you are dedicated to delivering outstanding customer experience, have a proven track record in sales, and are talented at working both independently and as the leader of a highly motivated team then Arcola Co-op is looking for you. This position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Arcola Co-op Home Centre location.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in the home and building, hardware, construction, or retail industry, with at least 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
  • You possess experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, asset maintenance.
  • You have strong leadership, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to successfully motivate and work with team members.
  • You have a high level of integrity and accountability.
  • You have sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
  • You are honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
  • You are able to strategically plan and organize both your own tasks and those of your team, delegating tasks when necessary.
  • You have a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
  • You are customer-focused and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-faced environment.
  • You must be willing and able to obtain forklift and WHMIS certifications.
  • You carry a valid Class 5 license and are available for day travel within the Arcola Co-op trading area to attend seminars, meetings, training programs and for other operational purposes.
  • You have the ability to fulfill the physical tasks common to the construction industry.
  • You have a flexible work schedule; some evenings and weekends are required.

Nice To Haves

  • Co-operative Retailing System experience along with construction accreditation, a solid understanding of construction methods, and experience estimating and quoting projects is preferred.
  • You are creative, self-reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever-changing retail environment.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Arcola Co-op vision, mission, and safety principles to make a difference in members’ lives, with a strong customer focused approach.
  • Provide legendary service at all touch points through various communication channels.
  • Assist the Home Centre team and store leadership in the following areas as assigned.
  • Initiate, develop, and implement policies and innovations that will ensure the growth in sales, service, and earnings.
  • Provide leadership to the team members in training, development, coaching, and performance management.
  • Assist with achieving budgeted goals through pricing, sales, margins, expenses, and inventory control in each product category.
  • Assist with preparing and presenting detailed and competitive quotes, materials takeoffs, and project packages using estimating software and in-store tools.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, and customers.
  • Oversee adherence to brand merchandising standards, marketing efforts, and image standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of building materials, home improvement trends, and building code requirements.
  • Manage in-store merchandising and promotional campaigns related to project materials and services.
  • Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Champion the Asset Protection and Safety Management systems, policies, procedures.
  • Perform minor repairs to assets as required.
  • Perform all other duties as required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • employer matched pension plan
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