Assistant Store Manager - Salmon Arm

Buckerfields Ltd; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental package

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Training and certification

Job summary

Buckerfield's Salmon Arm is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead our knowledgeable team and oversee retail and warehousing operations in a safe, efficient manner. This role offers a competitive base salary of $50,000–$54,000 per year plus a strong on-target bonus, benefits after waiting period, RRSP contribution, paid vacation, and opportunities for training and certification.

You will develop and train staff, manage inventory, drive sales targets and ensure exceptional customer service

Qualifications

• Completion and certification of Grade 12 Diploma, or equivalent.
• Proven track record of effectively leading, coaching and inspiring a positive team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with inventory management, variance tracking, ordering and invoice posting.
• Retail experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and familiarity with Power BI/Counterpoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and train a team of associates to exceed customer expectations.
• Manage staff levels and scheduling to ensure efficient store operations.
• Achieve sales and gross margin targets through effective merchandising and inventory control.
• Oversee inventory management, turns and accuracy across store and warehouse.
• Provide backup support for other store areas when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Time management

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Counterpoint

Job description

Buckerfield's Salmon Arm - Assistant Store Manager -Salary: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

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

Buckerfield's Salmon Arm 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.

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 Salmon Arm 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,
• 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

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$54,000.00 per year