Team Leader - Lake Country Co-op @ C-Store Nipawin

Co-op • Nipawin, SK

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Team Leader onsite at our Convenience Store/Gas Bar location in Nipawin, Saskatchewan. The ideal candidate is dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience, has a proven track record in sales, and is talented at working both independently and as the leader of a highly motivated team. This position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Nipawin Convenience Store and Gas Bar, which has sales of approximately $9 million. Lake Country Co-op operates as a co-operative, built on values of honesty, innovation, responsibility, and respect, aiming to deliver exceptional experiences for members and guests, strengthen communities, and reinvest in sustainable growth. The co-op serves over 54,680 member-owners across 20 communities in North Central Saskatchewan, offering products and services in Food, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer. With annual sales of $700 million, Lake Country Co-op continuously innovates and collaborates with local organizations to build stronger, more vibrant communities.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of Retail Convenience Store management experience including Convenience Store operations, knowledge of pumps, fuel and compliance in a full-service environment.
• Experience with C-Store/Gas operations and general merchandise items.
• Creative, self-reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever-changing retail environment.
• Experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, asset maintenance.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication skills, and the ability to successfully motivate and work with team members.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Honest, trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
• Able to strategically plan and organize both your own tasks and those of your team, delegating tasks when necessary.
• Well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
• Tech savvy with a good understanding of retail technology.
• Customer focused and have the ability to work in a fast paced, guest facing environment.
• Willing to obtain propane dispenser and WHMIS certifications.
• Valid Class 5 license and available for day travel within the Lake Country Co-op trading area to attend seminars, meetings, training programs for other operational purposes.
• Ability to fulfill the physical job requirements, standing, working outside and inside, lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Flexible work schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Co-operative Retailing System experience
• Post-secondary education in a business-related field

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Lake Country Co-operative’s 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.
• Build and lead a high-performance team that delivers on budgeted targets by maximizing operational efficiency, providing quality service and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
• Ensure the department is displaying, stocking, and rotating merchandise as per company policy and standard with a focus on maintaining image and brand standards.
• Ensure inventories are managed and protected in compliance with management standards and practices to maintain high levels of accuracy and minimal loss.
• Provide superior leadership to team members through coaching, mentoring, performance management and feedback.
• Become familiar with and adhere to Lake Country Co-op policies such as selling of age restricted items and all government regulations relating to tobacco, lottery, and fireworks.
• Oversee the completion of daily reports, reconciliations, and purchases.
• 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 and a comprehensive benefits package, including flex days, a flexible spending account, and an employer matched pension plan at one of Saskatchewan’s largest companies.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop, and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees