Manager Assistant Store

Requisition :  195750

Career Group:  Store Management

Job Category:  Retail - Administration

Travel Requirements:  0 - 10%

Job Type:  Full-Time

Country:  Canada (CA)

Province:  Ontario

City:  Kitchener

Assistant Store Manager – Responsibilities

Create a coaching and development culture for all store employees that embraces a passion for food

Oversee recruitment, succession planning, orientation, training, performance management and compensation, as required

Manage store operations in the absence of the Store Operator

Work with the Store Operator to communicate operational requirements, operational changes, and store vision throughout the total store

Understand and respond to local market needs and competition

Ensure superior execution of the retail commercial programs and provide feedback and recommendations to appropriate parties

Role model, coach, and reinforce customer service expectations

Ensure community presence by working with store management and community partners to host and support community events

Create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profit

Ensure all applicable company policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to by store employees

Ensure Occupational Health & Safety, Food Safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained

Support the Store Operator to plan and execute efficient operation of the business to achieve all financial targets and deliver on budgeted KPIs

Manage training budget for the total store as required

Thoroughly understand all relevant company programs

Attend training as required

Maintain knowledge of current industry trends

Keep up to date on local competitor activity, industry trends and make recommendations on internal pricing, promotions, and product policies

Be known as the “employer of choice” by actively supporting an environment of employee engagement

Initiate, support, participate, and lead community and charitable events and activities

Order equipment and EMR

Coordinate maintenance of store equipment and repairs as requested by the company

What you have to offer – Qualifications

Above average oral and written communication skills

Full knowledge of retail operations and skills

Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite

Working Knowledge of SAP

High School Diploma

Three to five years experience as a Department Manager

Benefits

Salary range: 60 666 - 91 000

Hybrid work model with presence at one of our office locations at least three days per week

EEO & Accessibility

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

Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process

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