Assistant Store Manager - Nanaimo

Buckerfields Ltd; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckerfields Ltd in Nanaimo is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to oversee retail operations and manage a team. This role includes responsibilities for customer service, inventory management, and achieving sales targets in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, promoting a positive work culture focused on quality products for the community.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and bonuses

Extensive health and dental package

6% employer contribution to RRSP

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunity for additional training

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of retail experience with increasing responsibilities.
• Willingness to obtain Veterinary Dispenser and Pesticide Dispenser certificates.
• Experience in coaching and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage retail and warehousing operations at the Nanaimo Store.
• Lead, develop, and train a team of associates.
• Achieve sales and gross margin targets.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Counterpoint

Job description

Do you have a good working knowledge of pet, garden, farm, feed, and livestock products?

Buckerfield's Nanaimois seeking to hire anAssistant Store Managerto lead our fast paced, growing, knowledgeable team, and effectively manage our ongoing retail and warehousing operations in a safe and healthy manner.

Long before sustainability became headline news, Buckerfield's was a pioneer in providing home, garden, and farm products to customers who know that true value is found in quality supplies that benefit our families, our animals, and our land. Our staff are happy to share knowledge and help our customers with their latest projects. We're here to take care of our customers - it just comes naturally to us. If this sounds like you, apply today!

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and opportunity for substantial on-target bonus – ask us for more details!
• Extensive health and dental package after the required waiting period *
• 6% employer contribution to a group RRSP after the required waiting period *
• Paid vacation and stat holidays
• Opportunity for additional training and certification

*Benefits are subject to change at any time, at the sole discretion of the Employer

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Store Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of all retail and warehousing operations at Buckerfield's Nanaimo Store location.
• The objective of this position is to assist and support the Store Manager with organizing, directing, and controlling all operations required in:
  • Leading, developing and training a team of associates to exceed customer expectations,
  • Managing staff and staffing levels,
  • Providing outstanding customer service,
  • Achieving sales and gross margin targets,
  • Managing inventory levels and improving inventory turns, and
  • Consistent with the short-, medium- and long-term goals, objectives, and budgets of the Company as a whole.
• Provide substitute support for other positions / areas / levels of the store, as required to maintain operations
• May be required to travel and provide additional support to other Buckerfield's locations, from time to time
• Other duties as assigned by the Store Manager

Qualifications:

• Completion and certification of Grade 12 Diploma, or equivalent
• Proven track record of effectively leading, coaching and inspiringa positive team of employees in a fast-paced, environment
• Experience with inventory management, variance tracking, ordering and invoice posting
• A minimum of three to five years of retail experience with increasing levels of responsibility
• Knowledge and experience with computer software, including Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, Power BI, etc.), Counterpoint, etc
• Excellent customer service and merchandising skills, and ability to understand customer needs and the local customer market
• Exceptional organizational skills, time management skills, and the ability to multitask
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and make rational decisions
• Willingness to obtain Veterinary Dispenser certificate and Pesticide Dispenser certificate

Availability:

• 40 hours a week, minimum
• Days and hours of work may vary and employee will be required to work weekends and statutory holidays, as required

Please contact Cindy Spencer at Buckerfield's Nanaimo to apply for this position or to request additional information.