Store Associate

SNDL Inc.; Drayton Valley; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Store Associate in Drayton Valley, where you'll provide outstanding customer service in a vibrant retail environment. This role involves engaging with customers, managing transactions, and ensuring the store is well-stocked and inviting. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values personal growth and offers opportunities for advancement. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization fosters a supportive atmosphere for all employees. If you are passionate about customer service and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Educational reimbursement for industry-related courses

Opportunities for career advancement

Flexible scheduling

Fun work environment

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a retail environment required.
• ProServe Certification is mandatory for liquor sales.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary customer service and maintain store appearance.
• Complete transactions and ensure adherence to cash handling policies.

Skills

Customer service

Effective verbal communication

Teamwork

Sales skills

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ProServe/Serving It Right Certification

First-Aid Certificate

Tools

Point-of-Sale (POS) device

Job description

Job Title

Store Associate

Job Description

About SNDL

SNDL is a public company whose shares are traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "SNDL." SNDL is the largest private-sector liquor and cannabis retailer in Canada with retail banners that include Ace Liquor, Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Value Buds, Spiritleaf, and Firesale Cannabis. SNDL is a licensed cannabis producer and one of the largest vertically integrated cannabis companies in Canada specializing in low-cost biomass sourcing, indoor cultivation, product innovation, low-cost manufacturing facilities, and a cannabis brand portfolio that includes Top Leaf, Contraband, Palmetto, Bon Jak, Versus, Value Buds, and Vacay. SNDL's investment portfolio seeks to deploy strategic capital through direct and indirect investments and partnerships throughout the North American cannabis industry.

About ACE Liquor

ACE Liquor is a great place to work, with a friendly atmosphere. We provide our customers with vast selection of specialty liquors, beers and wines!

Each person at ACE plays an important role in our Company′s success. We promote a team atmosphere that is busy and challenging but always aims to be co-operative and fun. When you choose to work at ACE Liquor you can be sure you will be treated with the respect and support you need to be a success.

About The Role

We are currently looking for friendly, outgoing, and customer service-driven individuals to join our team as Sales Associates at our Ace Liquor store in Drayton Valley, AB.

Primary Purpose Of Job

Provide exemplary customer service to every person who walks into our store, understand customer needs, and instill a customer mindset within the store, participates in stocking and merchandising of store; ensuring store is stocked and ready to serve our customers.

Essential Business Functions, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Customer service driven, friendly, willing to talk to all customers
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Maintain a professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude at all times
  
  

Customer Offering

• Deliver exemplary customer service
• Greet customers when they enter the store and take customer to product when required
• Generate sales by educating, advising, and suggesting products to every customer
• Maintain a high level of service and product knowledge by completing all training within required timeline
• Assist customer from store and/or offer car service when appropriate
  
  

Financial

• Complete customer transactions on the Point-of-Sale (POS) device, including payment
• Ensure all cash handling policies & procedures are adhered to
• Ensure all opening & closing procedures are done correctly (when applicable)
• Complete end of day till reports (when applicable)
• Ensure safe is locked at all times and deposits are secured (when applicable)
  
  

Day to Day Operations

• Perform all opening and closing procedures (when applicable)
• Stock shelves and cooler with product
• Participate in merchandising and promotional activities
• Participate in routine store maintenance and cleaning
• Other tasks as assigned
  
  

Regulatory Adherence

• Ensure that OHS, LP, ProServe/Serving It Right and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and adhered to
• Participate in health inspections, audits and required corrective actions
• Maintain First-Aid, LP and OHS Training
• Maintain ProServe/Serving It Right and ensure employees maintain ProServe/Serving It Right
• Ensure AGLC/BC LRS and other government guidelines are met
• Adheres to all SNDL Inc. policies, with a focus on Social Responsibility
  
  

Qualifications

Work Experience

• Minimum, 1-year experience in retail environment
  
  

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• ProServe/Serving It Right Certification*
• First-Aid Certificate is considered an asset
• Training in wine/beer/spirits (preferred, not required)
  
  

Other Skills And Capabilities

• Highly self-motivated
• Customer service driven
• Effective teamwork skills
• Strong sales background
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must be able to pass a Background Check
• Must have access to reliable transportation
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Available to work a varied retail schedule, including evening and weekends
• Able to safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for an extended period
• Comfortable climbing ladders
  
  

Workplace Hazards

• Robbery and shoplifting – psychological stress, violence, and harassment
• Overexertion injuries
• Lifting and Handling Materials
• Slips, trips, and falls
• Knives and broken glass
  
  

Why Work With Us?

At Ace Liquor we invest in our people. We provide educational reimbursement for industry related courses. We prefer to promote individuals from within the organization providing our employees excellent opportunities to advance their careers. If you are interested in working in a fun environment that promotes personal growth with flexible scheduling please apply below!

Thanks for considering a position with us! Cheers!

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those that are selected for next steps in the hiring process.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

SNDL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, SNDL encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities.

ProServe Certification

At Ace Liquor, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compliance in our operations. As part of our dedication to responsible service, we require all candidates for positions involving the sale of liquor to hold a valid ProServe Certification.

If you do not currently possess a ProServe Certification but are enthusiastic about joining our team, we encourage you to complete the necessary training. ProServe Certification is a legal requirement for individuals involved in the sale of liquor in Alberta.

To obtain your ProServe Certification, please visit the ProServe Certification Online Training Portal

Number of Openings

0

Time Type

Full time