Associate Director of Building, Ag & Energy

Avenue.io Inc.; Vermilion; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry compensation

Benefits plan

Pension plan

Discount program

Incentives & bonuses

Wellness support

Development & training

Volunteer recognition

Job summary

Cornerstone Co-op seeks an Associate Director of Building, Ag & Energy to lead the Building, Ag & Energy divisions from St. Paul or Vermilion, AB. The role oversees strategic planning, financial accountability, operations, and people leadership across Home Centres, Gas Bars, Petroleum, and Sales teams.

You will build budgets, drive growth, ensure compliance, and partner with Marketing, Finance, HR, and Facilities to enhance performance and customer experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in Home Centre and/or Petroleum or related commodities in a competitive, complex environment.
• Experience managing multiple sites or locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual strategic plan for Building, Ag & Energy divisions (Home Centres, Gas Bars, Petroleum).
• Lead, coach and support Managers and Team Leaders to achieve divisional and corporate goals.
• Manage budgets, capital plans and business strategies to hit sales, margin and EBITDA targets.
• Lead growth initiatives including same-store sales, customer acquisition and market expansion.
• Provide strategic leadership for operations, compliance and customer service across divisions.

Job description

Cornerstone Co-op is hiring an Associate Director of Building, Ag & Energy

located in either St. Paul, AB or Vermilion, AB. Housing may be available. This position will oversee the strategic leadership, financial accountability, operational excellence, business growth and people leadership in Gas Bars, Home Centres, Petroleum, and Sales teams. This full-time leadership role reports to the Director of Operations.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and execute the annual strategic plan for the Building, Ag & Energy Divisions, including Home Centres, Gas Bars, Petroleum Bulk Plants, Cardlock operations, and the Agro/Petroleum Sales team. Lead, coach, and support Managers and Team Leaders in achieving divisional and corporate objectives.
• In partnership with the Director of Operations, achieve annual sales, margin, expense, inventory, working capital, and EBITDA targets by developing and managing operating budgets, capital plans, and business strategies.
• Lead growth initiatives, including same-store sales, customer acquisition, commercial sales expansion, capital projects, acquisitions, new market opportunities, and facility development.
• Provide strategic leadership for Home Centre and Energy operations, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, exceptional customer service, and profitable merchandising.
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, community partners, and industry stakeholders while promoting Cornerstone Co-op's value proposition.
• Participate as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to corporate strategy, succession planning, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Partner with Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Asset Protection, Facilities, and Health & Safety to drive financial performance, talent development, risk management, regulatory compliance, capital planning, and operational excellence.
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and technology adoption to improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and support sustainable business growth.
• Lead fuel pricing strategies in partnership with FCL.
• Provide leadership and oversight for National Safety Code (NSC) compliance across the division, ensuring all commercial transportation activities meet applicable federal and provincial legislation. This includes accountability for driver qualification files, vehicle maintenance and inspections, hours of service, transportation safety practices, and continuous compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

We need you to lead outstanding Co-op experiences.

Who you are:

• You have a minimum of 5-7 years experience in Home Centre and or Petroleum or other related commodities within a competitive, complex, and rapidly evolving environment is required.
• Experience managing multiple sites or locations is required.
• Related post‑secondary education in Business or Marketing is preferred.
• You can successfully complete a pre‑employment background screening, including a criminal record check and credit check.
• You have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and can provide a satisfactory 5‑year standard driver’s abstract.
• You can successfully complete a required pre‑employment substance test.
• You’re an experienced communicator engaging with many different stakeholders in a fast‑paced retail‑focused environment.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results‑oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

Who we are:

Here at Cornerstone, we provide meaningful and rewarding careers with the ability to learn and advance. Whether you are starting your career, looking to re‑enter the workforce, or looking for a new career opportunity, we welcome all applicants. We respectfully acknowledge that we do business on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gather place for our Indigenous neighbours and the homeland of the Metis. At Cornerstone, we embrace diversity and inclusion in an environment that promotes our values of Instills Trust, Collaboration and Customer Focused. Cornerstone Co‑op proudly delivers outstanding customer service experiences to over 32,000 members from 23 different locations in communities (St. Paul, Elk Point, Two Hills, Mannville, Dewberry, Vermilion, Wainwright & Provost). FCLHP

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Industry‑competitive compensation
• Full Benefits plan available for team members working 24 hours or more per week
• Company matched pension plan for eligible team members
• Team Member Discount Program
• Team Member Appreciation Incentives and Bonus Potential
• Mental Health and Wellness Support Programs
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Community Volunteerism Recognition Program

This position will remain open until filled.

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Talent and Culture.

Email: [e-mail] | Phone: 780‑853‑6732 | Fax: 780‑853‑6563