Team Lead Building Materials - Lake Country Co-op @ Home Centre

Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Building Materials Team leader onsite at our Home Centre location in Nipawin, Saskatchewan. If you are dedicated to delivering an 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 Lake Country Coop is looking for you.

This position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Nipawin Home Centre location, supporting approximately $11 million in annual sales.

Lake Country Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we are built on a foundation of honesty, innovation, responsibility, and respect-values that shape how we work, how we serve, and how we grow. We believe in working together to deliver exceptional experiences for our members and guests, strengthen the success of our communities, and reinvest in sustainable growth that benefits everyone.

To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring the Lake Country Co-op brand to life, visit us ecountryco-op.crs.

Lake Country Co-op provides a range of products and services to support our over 54,680 member-owners in 20 different communities throughout North Central Saskatchewan in the areas of Food, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer. Through continuous innovation, strong collaborations with local organizations, and annual sales of $700 million, we continue to help build, fuel, feed, and grow our communities together.

Our goal is to work together and build stronger, more vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.

• 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.
• 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.
• Prepare and present 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.
• Adhere to and enforce the Safety Management and Asset Protection systems, policies, procedures, records, and training requirements.
• Perform minor repairs to assets as required.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Reporting to the Home Centre Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic plans and policies that drive growth in sales, service excellence, and customer satisfaction. You will inspire a collaborative, high energy environment focused on teamwork, innovations, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Nipawin is in the Carrot River Valley alongside the Nipawin and Saskatchewan Rivers it is known for its natural beauty, with picturesque landscapes, forests, and waterways that attract visitors that appreciate the outdoors. Nipawin hosts various community events throughout the year, including music festivals, fairs, and local gatherings that showcase the area’s heritage and traditions.

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations, Building Materials, and Customer Service and:

• You have 3-5 years of relevant experience in…