General Manager In Training

Bass Pro Shops; Niagara-on-the-Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major outdoor retail corporation in Niagara-on-the-Lake seeks a General Manager In Training. The role involves learning store management, coaching a team, and ensuring operational profitability. Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of retail management experience, strong financial skills, and leadership abilities. This position offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Discounts on retail merchandise

Fun work environment

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of management experience in big box retail.
• Strong financial analysis and leadership skills.
• Ability to obtain a CFC PAL license.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and inspiring the team for legendary customer service.
• Managing the store operations for profitability.
• Preparing regular reports on store operations.

Skills

Management experience in retail

Financial analysis skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY : The General Manager in Training (GMIT) must have knowledge and experience in a high-volume retail environment; a passion for the Great Outdoors; and should be willing to grow, promote, and relocate. The GMIT will train with and learn the day-to-day management of the store, including merchandising and store operations, ensuring proper merchandise assortment, presentation, inventory control, customer service, financial efficiency, outfitter productivity, recruiting, human resources, motivation, and morale.

Responsibilities :

• Coaching, training, motivating, and inspiring the team to deliver legendary customer service at all times.
• Guide and manage the store's operations in line with sound business practices and organizational objectives to ensure profitable operations and positive cash flows.
• Responsible for the store's annual operating budget.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory authorities, including the Canadian Firearms Centre.
• Coach and develop the senior management team to foster growth and contribute to succession planning.
• Implement ongoing improvements in the store and company-wide, including communication, gaining support from leadership, and executing new programs.
• Partner with Human Resources to promote employee engagement and development. Manage performance and disciplinary actions per company policies.
• Manage and maintain the store's fixed assets to ensure top condition and protection from loss or obsolescence through policies and regular maintenance.
• Maintain communication with the management team, staff, and corporate partners.
• Provide regular reports on store operations, including financial statements, activities, policies, and future plans.

Qualifications :

• 3-5 years of management experience, especially in big box retail management.
• Experience with computerized systems, including POS and inventory management.
• Strong financial analysis skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office and office software.
• Knowledge or experience in outdoor activities and products is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a CFC PAL license.
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, continuous improvement environment.

Interested candidates should submit their resume online at www.cabelas.ca/careers or www.basspro.ca/careers.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Benefits :

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and attractions.
• Fun work environment.
• Competitive wages.
• Excellent benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Bass Pro Cares Fund.

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Retail

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