Assistant Store Manager

United Farmers of Alberta Cooperative; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United Farmers of Alberta Cooperative in Alberta seeks an Assistant Store Manager to assist the Sr. Store Manager with store operations, supervising in-store and yard staff, and ensuring policy compliance. The role drives sales targets and asset protection on-site.

Reporting to the Sr. Store Manager, you will coach staff, manage payroll and budgeting, maintain merchandising standards, and uphold safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma with 1–3 years supervisory experience in B2B sales/service.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Proficient with POS systems and BI reporting.
• Willing to obtain WHMIS, TDG, and forklift training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, financial controls, budgeting, and asset protection with the Store Manager.
• Ensure accuracy of POS processes and support promotions.
• Complete required certifications and promote UFA safety culture.
• Lead daily operations, coach staff, and drive sales targets.
• Maintain visual merchandising and adherence to SOPs.
• Act as Store Manager in their absence.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Communication

POS systems

BI reporting

Sales customer service

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Supervisory experience in B2B

Tools

POS hardware

BI tools

Job description

Department: Operations - Alberta
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 2041
Date Posted: September 18, 2026
Closing Date: October 2, 2026 oruntil filled

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Sr. Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager assists and supports the Store Manager with all functions related to store operations including the direct supervision of in store and yard employees. The Assistant Store Manager ensures company objectives are met and UFA policies are adhered to. Responsible to perform management functions in the Store Manager's absence.

Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the Store Manager, ensure compliance is adhered to with all company policies and procedures pertaining to payroll, financial controls, budgeting and the protection of company assets.
• Responsible for accuracy and adherence to all standard POS processes as well as interim processes established to accommodate special promotions.
• Ensure that company policies, best practices, and certifications are completed in a timely and efficient manner. Assist the Store Manager with UFA’s safety culture; help achieve UFA’s safety targets through training, coaching, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Store Manager with leading daily operations and supervision including motivating and coaching staff to meet and exceed store sales targets. Ensure that staff are qualified and properly trained to perform the task or operate the equipment that they are assigned to. Deliver on daily start-up checklists and tasks; ensure that short term maintenance tasks are completed on time and of quality to maximize the operating availability and efficiency.
• Assist in maintaining the visual presentation of product and accessories and ensuring they comply with corporate visual presentation and merchandising directives.
• Collaborate with operations, merchandising, and business support to operate with UFA standard operating procedures.
• Acts as the Store Manager in his/her absence.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Diploma with one to three years of progressive supervisory experience - focus on sales and customer service (sales, production, service) in a business to business sales and service environment with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Market awareness of customers and segments and changing market factors.
• Strong people and leadership skill set (Coaching, mentoring, delegation, direction, reward, recognition).
• High energy, positive attitude, enjoys working with people.
• Computer competence, with emphasis on point of sale systems, business intelligence (BI) reporting functions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Will be required to obtain WHMIS, TDG, and forklift operator training to work in yard environment.
• Must remain current with any and all required certifications.

Is a safety sensitive position as will be on site at UFA facilities and will be using UFA material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well‑being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture foster growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact [e-mail].

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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.