Meat Department Manager - Franchise

Loblaw Companies Limited; Thames Centre; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking motivated individuals for positions at No Frills. Responsibilities include delivering exceptional customer service, managing store operations, training staff, and maintaining inventory standards. Ideal candidates will understand the No Frills concept as a discount store focused on prices and quality service. Join our diverse team and help create an inclusive shopping environment in Thames Centre, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Understanding of No Frills concept and low price image.
• Ability to manage and motivate staff effectively.
• Solid knowledge of meat area operations and products.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Open and close the store.
• Train and motivate staff.
• Delegate and prioritize workload.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Staff management

Merchandising

Inventory management

Job description

Overview

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 commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians provides employees a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®. At No Frills, 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. We have opportunities for hardworking, enthusiastic and reliable people just like you.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Open and close store
• Train and motivate staff
• Schedule staff appropriately to meet the business needs
• Delegate and prioritize workload for staff
• Effectively merchandise advertising and promotional programs in meat, bakery and grocery area
• Maintain up to date information about market trends and competitor activities
• Receiving, handling and storing of product to achieve optimal results
• Ensure proper product rotation as required
• Ensure pricing integrity
• Any other duties that may be required to ensure courteous friendly service, competitively priced products, and a store that meets and maintains the hygiene standards specified

Qualifications

• Understanding of critical success factors for the No Frills concept as a discount food store focusing on low price image
• Demonstrated understanding of a Manager's impact on store performance in the following areas:
  • Merchandising to appropriate No Frills standards
  • Maintaining and ordering proper inventories
  • Checking invoices for proper pricing
  • Maintaining cleanliness to appropriate standards
  • Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated team player
  • Demonstrated customer focus
  • Ability to manage people
  • Ability to work with minimal functional direction
  • Solid knowledge of all aspects of the meat area, operations and products

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 employees, 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.

NOTE: The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “No Frills” trademark(s) by Loblaws Inc. Applicants hired by a franchisee will be employees of the franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.