Department Manager SAP Operations

Loblaw Companies Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Department Manager in SAP Operations, where your leadership will shape the future of retail in Halifax. This role offers a unique opportunity to mentor a team, oversee inventory integrity, and ensure exceptional customer service. With a commitment to community and sustainability, the company fosters a culture of authenticity and trust. If you're passionate about retail and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy comprehensive training and a supportive environment as you embark on a rewarding career journey.

Benefits

Comprehensive training program

Flexible working hours

Competitive benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in food service/retail industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of DATA analytics and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise SAP staff for efficient inventory and customer service.
• Maximize sales and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Flexibility

DATA Analytics

Inventory Management

Education

Grade 12 Diploma (GED or equivalent)

Job description

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Department Manager SAP Operations

Apply locations: 210 Chain Lake Dr, Halifax, NS

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 28 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: January 3, 2025 (1 day left to apply)

Job requisition id: R2000520909

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust, and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Atlantic Superstore, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Department Manager – Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) Operations (Halifax Market) - Currently supporting Bayer's Lake Real Atlantic Superstore #358 – In this role, you report directly to the Store Manager. As Department Manager SAP Operations, you will be responsible for the inventory integrity, receiving and shipment of goods, cycle counts, perpetual inventory and adjustments, etc. for assigned departments throughout the store.

As part of our Management Team, you will be a mentor and leader, developing your team through succession planning initiatives, supporting our Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence (CORE) Values. Part of your responsibility as a Department Manager will include weekly rotational responsibilities/ participation as part of our Manager on Duty rotation.

No Previous Retail or Management Experience?

At Loblaw, we offer a comprehensive training program to the successful applicant. While the successful applicant may benefit from having Food Service/Restaurant or Retail Store Experience or previous experience leading/managing a team, we are on the lookout for a candidate willing to learn and take on a new career in Retail.

We're looking for talented, passionate leaders with a proven record of delighting customers and growing sales.

What You'll Do:

• Direct and supervise all SAP staff to secure efficient in-stock position and courteous customer service
• Ensure productivity within all areas is efficient, achieving expectations within each department.
• Respond immediately to any customer inquiries, requests, and complaints, ensuring courteous customer relations at all times
• Maximize sales and gross profit, ensuring sales goals and budgets are met through maximizing the inventory levels 'on hand and in stock positions.
• Hire all part-time staff and train new employees
• Support and schedule all colleagues ensuring compliance with our scheduling practices and the strict control of wage costs
• Interpret and administer Company policy and ensure compliance with the Employee Guidelines
• Maintain the condition of all service counters, production areas, and offices (5's standards)
• Ensure the safety and sanitation and overall conditions of the assigned work areas including backshop.

What You'll Need:

• Flexibility to work a variety of hours which include days, evenings, (a periodic night shift if needed), and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Accept responsibility for department metrics, leadership, and colleague engagement.
• Three to five years’ experience in the food service/ retail service industry considered beneficial
• Prior management experience considered beneficial
• Grade 12 Diploma (GED or equivalent)
• A strong understanding of DATA analytics.
• Ability to lift and bend, walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 22kgs/50lbs on a periodic and frequent basis.

If you want to join a fast-paced winning team and believe you can have an immediate impact, then we want to hear from you!

At Loblaw, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust, and make connections. If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change, and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing, and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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