Director of Operations, Business to Business Division - Red Deer - Central Alberta Co-op

Central Alberta Co-op; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community-oriented company in Alberta seeks a dynamic Director of Operations for their Business to Business Division. In this pivotal role, you will guide strategic initiatives across various divisions, ensuring operational excellence and profitability. The company values leadership that fosters team growth and is committed to community impact, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits including a pension plan

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive management experience.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience in coaching and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute business strategies to optimize performance.
• Lead operations across multiple divisions.
• Prepare and present operational reports to the Board of Directors.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

15+ years of experience in management

Job description

Director of Operations, Business to Business Division - Red Deer - Central Alberta Co-op

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Job Description

Director of Operations, Business to Business Division

Location : Central Alberta Co-op Administration Office, Red Deer, Alberta

Job Description

Director of Operations, Business to Business Division

Location : Central Alberta Co-op Administration Office, Red Deer, Alberta

Position Type : Full-Time

Job ID : OPERA01412

About Us

At Central Alberta Co-op, we’re more than just a business — we’re a community-builder. As a member-owned organization, our profits stay local, supporting the people and places that power our region. We proudly serve with purpose and integrity, helping build, fuel, and feed communities across Central Alberta.

We are currently seeking a forward-thinking Director of Operations to lead our Business to Business Division. This key leadership role will be based at our Business Support Centre in Red Deer, Alberta.

Your Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Operations will lead operations strategically across our business to consumer divisions, including Agro, Bulk Petroleum, Home and Farm Centres.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute innovative business strategies to optimize processes, elevate performance, and drive profitability across retail operations.
• Provide visionary leadership in alignment with corporate direction, strategic goals, and operational plans.
• Develop, implement and direct retail policies approved by the Board of Directors to store-level management, and ensure compliance.
• Analyze insights from sales, inventory, and financial data to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Prepare and present monthly operational reports to the Board of Directors.
• Champion a culture of service excellence by inspiring teams to exceed customer expectations and exemplify our Co-op brand values in every interaction.
• Collaborate cross-divisionally to implement and uphold our Customer Experience program.

What You Bring

• 15+ years of progressive experience, with at least 8 years in leadership roles managing teams or departments with senior leadership experience.
• Proven ability to coach and develop high-performing teams and leaders. You are a leader who not only recognizes talent but is deeply committed to nurturing and developing it—someone who views team growth as a strategic imperative, not just a nice-to-have.
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to inclusive leadership, valuing diverse perspectives and shared success.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and communication skills with a track record of operational success.
• Ag experience would be an asset.

Why Join Us?

At Central Alberta Co-op, We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) eligibility.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A team-oriented, innovative culture where your contributions make a real impact.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic self to work. Diversity strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes.

Note : This role requires travel across Central Alberta Co-op’s trading area, as well as periodic meetings at Federated Co-operatives Limited locations.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a strategic leader with a passion for retail excellence and community-building, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your detailed resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

We appreciate all interest in this opportunity; only those selected for the next phase of the recruitment process will be contacted.

About Us

Central Alberta Co-op is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

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