business consultant

The Gear Centre Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled manager to enhance operational efficiency and drive process improvements. In this dynamic role, you will analyze and advise on managerial methods, conduct quality audits, and oversee staff training. You'll also be responsible for managing customer service and developing communication strategies. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in management, particularly in the automobile and trucking industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Travel insurance

Group insurance benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in management and operations.
• Bachelor's degree required for this managerial position.

Responsibilities

• Analyze managerial methods and propose improvements.
• Conduct quality audits and research for efficiency.

Skills

Management Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Coaching

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Office

Inventory control software

ERP software

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience
5 years or more

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Management

Responsibilities

• Analyze and provide advice on the managerial methods and organization of an establishment
• Conduct quality audits
• Conduct research to determine efficiency and effectiveness of managerial policies and programs
• Propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures
• Plan the re-organization of operations
• Provide customer service
• Train staff
• Oversee development of communication strategies
• Manage knowledge
• Coaching
• Direct and advise staff in the development and implementation of service quality assessment strategies
• Consult with suppliers
• Assist in developing inventories

Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• Inventory control software
• MS Outlook
• MS Office
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software

Area of work experience

• Project coordination
• Operations or production

Type of industry experience

• Automobile and Trucking industry

Area of specialization

• Business management
• Process improvement
• Risk management
• Organizational analysis
• Operations management
• Market research
• Project management

Additional information
Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Integrity

Benefits
Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)