Lumber Manager

Arcola Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Lumber Manager onsite at our Home Centre location in Arcola, Saskatchewan.

If you are dedicated to delivering 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, this position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory, and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Arcola Co-op Home Centre location.

• Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Arcola Co-op 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.
• Assist the Home Centre team and store leadership in the following areas as assigned.
• 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.
• Assist with preparing and presenting 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.
• Champion the Asset Protection and Safety Management systems, policies, procedures.
• Perform minor repairs to assets as required.
• Perform all other duties as required.

• You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations, Building Materials, and Customer Service.
• You have 3‑5 years of relevant experience in the home and building, hardware, construction, or retail industry, with at least 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Co‑operative Retailing System experience along with construction accreditation, a solid understanding of construction methods, and experience estimating and quoting projects is preferred.
• You are creative, self‑reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever‑changing retail environment.
• You possess experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, asset maintenance.
• You have strong leadership, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to successfully motivate and work with team members.
• You have a high level of integrity and accountability.
• You have sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• You are honest and trustworthy, results‑oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You are able to strategically plan and organize both your own tasks and those of your team, delegating tasks when necessary.
• You have a well‑defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
• You are customer‑focused and have the ability to work in a fast‑paced, guest‑facing environment.
• You must be willing and able to obtain forklift and WHMIS certifications.
• You carry a valid Class 5 license and are available for day travel within the Arcola Co‑op trading area.
• You have the ability to fulfill the physical tasks common to the construction industry.
• You have a flexible work schedule; some evenings and weekends are required.

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package 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.

We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests.

At Arcola Co‑op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.