Senior Retail Operations Advisor, Centre Store

Federated Co-operatives Limited; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is seeking a Senior Retail Operations Advisor, Centre Store, on a permanent basis. This hybrid role is based in Winnipeg, MB, and requires travel up to 70% to Co-op Food Store locations across Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

You will provide strategic guidance, coaching, and support to Local Co-ops for financial performance, sales growth, and long-term planning. You will partner with Local Co-op leaders and the Operations Team to implement sales strategies, drive

Qualifications

• 6–9 years of progressively responsible experience in retail management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or Marketing; relevant education considered with experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth across the Local Co-op portfolio by identifying opportunities, developing action plans, and coaching leaders to achieve budgeted sales targets.
• Partner with Local Co-op leaders and the Operations Team to implement sales strategies that align with department objectives and business priorities.
• Improve controllable contribution performance through operational reviews, targeted action plans, and ongoing coaching to support sustainable profitability.
• Support store development, merchandising, and Local Co-op partnerships to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth.

Skills

Retail management

Coaching

Strategic planning

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Marketing

Job description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Senior Retail Operations Advisor, Centre Store on a permanent basis on our Consumer Products team. This position is a hybrid opportunity and is based in Winnipeg, MB. This position requires frequenttravel of 70% to local Co-op Food Store locations across Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

The Senior Retail Operations Advisor, Centre Store serves as a trusted advisor to Local Co-ops, providing strategic guidance, coaching, and support in areas such as financial performance, sales growth, operational improvement, and long-term business planning. If you are committed to strong partnerships with Local Co-op leaders, driving sustainable profitability, supporting the execution of FCL initiatives, and contributing to store development.

What You’ll Do

• Drive sales growth across the assigned Local Co-op portfolio by identifying opportunities, developing action plans, and coaching leaders to achieve budgeted sales targets.
• Partner with Local Co-op leaders and the Operations Team to implement sales strategies that align with department objectives and business priorities.
• Improve controllable contribution performance through operational reviews, targeted action plans, and ongoing coaching to support sustainable profitability.
• Support store development, merchandising, and Local Co-op partnerships to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth

Who You’ll Work With

The Team:

You will work closely with Food Operations team, including other Operation Advisors and Co-op Store Managers, Division Managers and will report into the Manager, Food Retail Operations. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration, communication, while building strong relationships.

Why It Matters

We help local Co-ops serve their communities by providing support and leadership to food, pharmacy, liquor and convenience stores, and by delivering quality products and exemplary customer service.

Who You Are

• Have 6- 9 years of progressively responsible experience inretail management.
• Have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or Marketing. (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an 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. FCLHP

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete criminal background check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL 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.