Yard Department Manager

Kent Building Supplies; Mount Pearl; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail building supply chain in Mount Pearl seeks a Yard/Drive Thru Manager responsible for achieving sales results and daily management. The role includes leading department operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and providing feedback to associates. Candidates should have retail sales experience and supervisory skills. Bilingualism in French/English is an asset. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude that motivates others to improve.
• Drive and commitment to reach goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead department with safety, customer service, and merchandising.
• Communicate priorities to associates and ensure direction.
• Manage associate performance through feedback and training.
• Handle associate and customer concerns professionally.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Supervision skills

Bilingual - French/English

Job description

Job Description

Yard/Drive Thru Managers are responsible for the sales results and daily management of their area. This includes executing marketing campaigns, managing inventory, and participating in meetings in addition to the duties of a sales associate.

Responsibilities

• Leads department by demonstrating the highest standards of safety, customer service and merchandising
• Communicates information and priorities to associates and ensures they have the direction and tools needed to complete their tasks
• Manages associate performance through feedback and identifying training opportunities
• Handles associate and customer concerns in a fair and professional manner

Qualifications

• Can manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Motivates others through their positive attitude to always be improving
• Demonstrates the drive and commitment needed to reach goals
• Experience in retail sales and supervision is preferred
• A knowledge of department products is an asset
• Typical career steps are to manage larger departments prior to becoming an assistant store manager
• Bilingual - French/English

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, 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.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an e‑commerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know‑how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing.