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The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is seeking a Store Supervisor to assist in managing a major retail operation in Powell River, BC. You will supervise staff, ensure excellent customer service, control stock, and contribute to achieving sales targets exceeding $3 million.
Reporting to the Store Manager, you will train personnel, schedule shifts, uphold security, and support branch policies while delivering a safe, friendly shopping experience for customers in a dynamic multi-shift
Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District
Salary Or Wage: $57,699.62 to $65,135.07 annually
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Title: SPV 12R – Supervisor
Position Classification:Supervisor R12
Union: BCGEU
Location: Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA (Primary)
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry Branch / Division
BC Liquor Distribution Branch
About the BCLDB:
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.
The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.
BCLIQUOR is a fiscally responsible retailer of beverage alcohol that provides exemplary customer service, delivers social responsibility programs and upholds BCLDB’s core values of service, relationships and results. Working in this vibrant, creative and supportive team environment will see your knowledge and skills thrive to unparalleled levels.
A criminal record check is required.
Successful completion of Serving It Right™ certification will be required prior to confirmation of any appointments of this position.
An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.
Position requirements:
Education and Experience:
Preference may be given to those candidates with any of the following:
Candidates that are applying with relief time (i.e., supervisory experience in a relief capacity) must clearly state the number of hours of relief they have at the time of this posting. Relief time will be verified at the past work performance stage of the competition and must meet the minimum experience requirement as stated above for the candidate to be successful in the competition.
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We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
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About this role:
Reporting to the Store Manager, the Supervisor assists in the management of a major retail operation with sales in excess of $3 million. Responsibilities include ensuring good customer service, supervision of staff, developing teamwork and maintaining good staff morale. The position may also assist in controlling stock levels and stock variances and ensuring acceptable levels of security in the store for both staff and physical assets. The Supervisor is expected to contribute to improving the Branch image by providing support for all Branch policies. The Supervisor is also involved in training staff, scheduling assignments, participating in all store duties, and may be involved in labour relations matters.
May be required to lift liquor cases up to 50 lbs. to varying heights, standing at a cash register for extended periods of time and performing warehouse duties including frequent bending and standing. Work is performed in a multi-shift retail operation.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.