Manager Assistant First

Sobeys • Cranbrook, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position oversees the implementation of Division Grocery Merchandising programs. Responsible for sales, displaying, ordering, inventory control and minimizing out-of-stocks within the department; the overall presentation and profitability of the department, while providing excellence in world-class customer service.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Available to work night shifts
• Available to work flexible hours
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• External candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be required to complete an assessment to measure leadership skills and understanding of management procedures and practices
• A High School Diploma (or Equivalent)
• Min 3 years Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager at major retail grocer

Nice To Haves

• Completion of post-secondary education is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise department staff to include scheduling and assigning duties
• Implement all merchandising programs
• Ensure standards of department presentation and operations are met; including cleanliness, inventory control, rotation, ordering and world class customer service
• Responsible for ordering and inventory control
• Monitor to ensure schematic integrity, as well as 100% compliance on ad item display
• Ensure proper backroom procedures are being met
• Ensure paperwork, as set by the division, is followed
• Responsible for the sales and profitability of the department
• Resolve problems that arise, such as customer complaints and supply shortages
• Hire and train or arrange for training of new sales staff
• Leader/coach for store employees; responsible for ensuring employees provide world-class customer service
• Reduce out-of-stocks
• Perform all other related duties assigned by Store Manager

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation package, which varies by role.
• We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED