General Manager

Duperow Co-operative Association Limited; Biggar; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Pension plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duperow Co-op in Biggar, Saskatchewan invites applications for the position of General Manager (GM) located in the community of Biggar, SK. Reporting to the Board, the GM will have operational responsibility for the Co-op with a strategic mindset to support direction and plans.

Responsibilities include strategy interpretation, financial stewardship, and overseeing retail operations, leadership, and community relationships to drive sustainable growth and service to members.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years relevant experience with 1-3 years leading people within the retail industry.
• Previous Co-op experience is considered an asset (a combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Demonstrated accountability, conflict management, and stakeholder balance.
• Self-motivated, quick learner, requires minimal supervision.
• Honest, trustworthy, results-oriented, and focused on delivering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Strategy – interpret the board's vision and manage the co-op's strategy across the business.
• Financial stewardship – lead operating and capital budgets and ensure budget adherence.
• Operations – oversee retail administration, coordination, and day-to-day success with a hands-on approach.
• Leadership – provide positive leadership and employee development to achieve results.
• Relationships – build and maintain strong relationships with members, customers, and the community.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Financial stewardship

Operations management

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

Duperow Co-op has an exciting opportunity and invites applications for the position of General Manager (GM) located in the community of Biggar, SK.

As part of the Co-operative Retailing System, Duperow Co-op provides essential services to our communities, including agronomy support, liquor, lumber, home center products, and bulk petroleum. Though the hamlet of Duperow has changed over the years, the co-op remains a vital economic hub and community fixture for area farmers. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at https://www.duperowco-op.crs/sites/duperow

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the GM will have operational responsibility for the Co-op. With strong interpersonal skills and a strategic mindset, the successful candidate will bring business insight and analytical ability to support Duperow Co-op’s direction, goals, and operational plans.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Strategy – Working closely with the Board to interpret our vision and managing the Co-operative’s strategy by directing all aspects of the business.
• Financial Stewardship – Leading the development of the Co-op’s operating and capital budgets and ensuring efficient operation and adherence to the budget.
• Operations - Responsible for overall administration, co-ordination, and control of the retail, and ensuring daily success with a hands-on approach. Understands the importance of optimizing processes to drive results.
• Leadership – Provide leadership and maintain a positive work environment that promotes the engagement and development of team members to support the achievement of desired results.
• Relationships – Using excellent communication skills, builds and enhances relationships with members, customers, team members. Acts as a liaison between the community and the retail.

Where you’ll live:

Since 1944, Duperow Co-op has proudly served the Duperow and Biggar regions of Saskatchewan. Located in the heart of the prairies, this role offers an unbeatable opportunity for someone who loves the quiet pace of rural Saskatchewan and thrives working independently. If you are dependable, self-motivated, and looking to make an impact in a unique agricultural hub, we want to hear from you.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and you:

• Have 5-7 years relevant experience with 1-3 years leading people within the retail industry.
• Previous Co-op experience is considered an asset (a combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Have a demonstrated ability to ensure accountability, manage conflict, and balance stakeholders needs.
• Are self-motivated, a quick learner, and requires minimal supervision.
• Have a reputation for being honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and striving to be the best in what you do.
• Have a belief in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits & pension plans, and bonus programs.
• Relocation assistance if necessary to help you transition smoothly into your new community.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via [e-mail] . All information received will be kept confidential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Please note that this position will require a criminal record check and drivers abstract in accordance with our policies.

Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.