Experienced Retail Department Manager, Meat - Northern

candidates

candidates must be willing to relocate to multiple markets in the northernmost regions of alberta, manitoba, ontario, saskatchewan, quebec, nunavut, and northwest territories. Relocation arrangements will be made and paid for by the north west company.

• salary range: $48,450 - $65,000 annually (salary will be commensurate based on candidates qualifications and experience)
• comprehensive benefits package
• allowances for both food and accommodation
• paid training

• create a coaching and development culture for all employees, which embraces a passion for food service
• demonstrate outstanding leadership, while serving as a role model
• manage direct reports including selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, and career planning
• ability to adapt to changing environments and situations by demonstrating proficiency in problem-solving and decision-making skills while communicating operational requirements/ changes to department associates through daily huddles

• create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profit
• provide superior customer service to meet customer needs
• demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, including awareness of product changes, promotions, and seasonal trends
• order, receive, organize, rotate, merchandise, and present products and stock in accordance with company standards
• driving profitable sales for your department by controlling shrink (waste) through following order guides, rotation, dating, and storage standards and using all production charts
• execute department programs through effective merchandising techniques, suggestive selling, and attractive displays as well as ongoing maintenance and execution of planograms

• lead the implementation of all corporate policies, initiatives, and standard operating procedures and ensure the department and employees comply and use them effectively, including timely and accurate submission of all relevant documentation as required
• responsible for ensuring that h&s, food safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained

• work with the store manager to ensure the department achieves all financial targets and maximizes sales and margins, including appropriate sales forecasting, variance analysis, and labor cost control
• manage the department budget

• thorough understanding of all relevant company programs
• keeps abreast of local competitor activity and industry trends
• enterprising, passionate individuals who are good planners and organizers are always successful in this role

• 1-5 years previous meat cutting and retail meat management experience
• strong customer service skills
• record of bottom line and sales results in previous roles
• ability to interpret a variety of instructions both verbally and orally
• computer knowledge of excel and outlook
• strong knowledge of grocery operating principles
• exceptional analytical, problem solving and decision making skills with a high attention to detail
• proven organizational, planning and prioritizing skills
• excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and superior customer service skills
• must have the ability and desire to develop an in-depth understanding of northern/northmart customers
• demonstrates a personal and enthusiastic commitment to northern/northmart's vision, mission, values and strategies
• highly motivated and adventurous with an appreciation for small town life in a culturally diverse setting considered an asset

• work in extreme conditions
• lift 50+ pounds
• work extended hours
• will be required to stand for long periods occasionally
• use full hand mechanics
• handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
• work in remote areas

note: we may use ai-assisted tools as part of our recruitment process to support application review and administrative tasks. Final hiring decisions are made by human decision makers.