Retail Supervisor - Deployment support

Position: Retail Supervisor - Deployment support-EN
Location: St. John's

Overview  CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re a community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their needs and enhance well-being in mental, social, physical, financial and familial aspects. CFMWS delivers programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts, family support and charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. We act with integrity and work as one team with one mission. We seek new ideas to deliver the best possible programs and services. We offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth, with a diverse range of roles across many locations where you can make a meaningful impact.

The Role  Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months supervising a retail store for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations from across the world. As a deployed Retail Supervisor, you will provide retail services while enhancing the morale and welfare of all deployed troops.
The Retail Supervisor is part of an enthusiastic team that enjoys meaningful employment and a team-based environment. You are a team player with a positive attitude in a fast-paced setting, able to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities   Lead and manage the retail team and operations to ensure success.
Enforce health, hygiene, safety, and security standards and programs.
Prepare regular cash audits, periodically reconcile deposits, authorize refunds, voids, and returns, and manage keys, safe combinations, and access codes.
Ensure distribution of merchandise to outlets and maintain adequate stock levels.
Conduct effective monthly inventories and manage contracts; understand store financial statements, inventory management, and supply chain.
Implement and maintain loss prevention controls.
Enhance morale by assisting with recreational activities and events to keep CAF and partner nations energized.
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that emphasizes teamwork and service.
Qualifications   Education, Certifications and Licenses
An acceptable combination of education, training and experience; a valid driver’s license (Province);
Canadian citizenship; must have a valid Canadian passport.
Experience
In supervising and leading staff in operational retail or service settings; coordinating multi-service/outlet operations; managing inventory, ordering, and reconciliation processes; cash handling, deposits, audits, and financial reporting; preparing operational, sales, and merchandising reports; addressing customer service issues, staffing challenges, and supply disruptions; applying policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
Additional Qualifications Prior To Deployment
Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment; security screening;
Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Level C, or willingness to obtain; ability to walk and lift, carry, pull or push heavy items.
Language Requirements
English Essential
Reading:
Functional
Writing:
Functional
Oral:
Functional
Job Information   Position Type
Civilian deployment contracts are 6-month terms. Deployment start dates may occur within the next 2 years.
Hours of Work
Maximum 56 hours per week, including weekdays and weekends.
Benefits   Tax-free allowance: up to $1,756 per month in addition to salary (rates depend on mission/location/date).
Home leave and travel allowance: paid leave and travel allowance.
Accommodations and meals: provided for deployment.

Health benefits:

drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Excursions: opportunities to explore local culture and environment.
Location
Latvia.
Application Information

How to apply

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