Assistant Store Manager

sundial; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based incentives

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ace Liquor Discounter is hiring a dependable Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations and lead a high-performing store team. If you enjoy coaching others and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers growth opportunities in retail leadership.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, onboarding, coordinating with the Store Manager on staffing and sales goals, delivering excellent customer service, and ensuring compliance with Alberta alcohol regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail experience
• 2+ years in a supervisory role
• ProServe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand/walk for most of the shift
• Strong communication, reliability, and teamwork skills
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Lead and support store team with coaching and training
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
• Promote a positive, engaged team culture
• Support daily store operations including opening/closing duties
• Manage store communications and task assignments
• Collaborate with Store Manager on staffing, operations, and sales goals
• Deliver friendly, knowledgeable customer service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming store environment
• Assist with inventory counts, ordering, and receiving
• Review reports for accuracy and support financial targets

Skills

Retail experience

Supervisory experience

ProServe certification

Customer service

Team leadership

Job description

Work Location

ACE Liquor Discounter Coach Hills

About the Role

About ACE Liquor

Ace Liquor Discounter has more than 130 locations in Alberta where you'll find great selection, better prices, and friendly, knowledgeable staff. We stock wines from around the world, local and international beers, and specialty spirits at everyday low prices.

About The Opportunity

We're hiring a dependable, motivated Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations and help lead a high-performing store team. If you're a strong communicator, enjoy coaching others, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers excellent opportunities to grow your retail leadership career.

What You'll Do

• Leadership & Team Support
• Assist with supervising, coaching, and training staff
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management
• Help promote a positive, engaged team culture
• Store Operations
• Support daily store operations, including opening and closing duties
• Manage store communication (email, updates, task assignments)
• Work closely with the Store Manager on staffing, operational needs, and sales goals
• Customer Service & Compliance
• Check ID and ensure all alcohol sales meet Alberta regulations
• Deliver friendly, knowledgeable customer service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming store environment
• Inventory & Financial Support
• Assist with inventory counts, ordering, and receiving
• Review reports and documentation for accuracy
• Help support store financial targets and controllables

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of retail experience
• 2+ years in a supervisory role
• ProServe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand/walk for most of the shift
• Strong communication, reliability, and teamwork skills
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why You'll Enjoy Working With Us

• Career growth opportunities and a strong preference for internal promotions
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your overall health and well-being
• Eligibility for performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
• Supportive team environment with hands‑on training and development
• Employee discounts on products across our stores

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Ace Liquor is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

About SNDL

SNDL is one of Canada's leading and fastest-growing liquor and cannabis companies. As the country's largest private-sector retailer, our portfolio includes well-known banners such as Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Ace Liquor, Value Buds, Spiritleaf, and Cost Cannabis.

We're also one of Canada's largest vertically integrated cannabis producers, recognized for our innovation, low-cost manufacturing, and award-winning brands including Top Leaf, Contraband, Palmetto, Bon Jak, La Plogue, Versus, Grasslands, Vacay, Pearls by Grön, No Future, and Bhang Chocolate.

Driven by purpose, performance, and people, SNDL is shaping the future of retail and cannabis by bringing people together through exceptional products and experiences.

Learn more about SNDL