Sobeys Queen Street is looking for an Assistant Store Manager.
Ready to Make an impact?
The Assistant Store Manager works with the Store Operator to provide and communicate strategic direction and vision that has been customized for the local market as well as, to coach, motivate, and develop Department Managers to foster customer loyalty, fulfil customer needs, and actively contribute to a total store environment of employee and customer engagement. They support the fiscal operation of the store and will manage budgets, labour costs, inventory control, product presentation, and merchandising while adhering to all protocols, procedures, policies and other programs and initiatives.
Here’s where you’ll be focusing :
People Leadership
- Create a coaching and development culture for all store employees that embraces a passion for food
- Oversee recruitment, succession planning, orientation, training, performance management and compensation, as required
- Manage store operations in the absence of the Store Operator
- Work with the Store Operator to communicate operational requirements, operational changes, and store vision throughout the total store
Customer Offering
Understand and respond to local market needs and competitionEnsure superior execution of the retail commercial programs and provide feedback and recommendations to appropriate partiesRole model, coach, and reinforce customer service expectationsEnsure community presence by working with store management and community partners to host / support community eventsCreate a shopping experience that engages your customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profitPolicy / Regulatory Adherence
Ensure all applicable company policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to by store employeesEnsure that Occupational Health & Safety, Food Safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintainedFinancial
Support the Store Operator to plan and execute efficient operation of the business to achieve all financial targets and deliver on budgeted KPIsManage training budget for total store as requiredPersonal / Professional Development
Thoroughly understand all relevant company programsAttend training as requiredMaintain knowledge of current industry trendsKeeps up to date on local competitor activity, industry trends and makes recommendations on internal pricing, promotions, and product policiesEmployee Engagement
Be known as the “employer of choice” by actively supporting an environment of employee engagementInitiate, support, participate, and lead community and charitable events and activities.Other Duties
Order equipment and EMRCoordinate maintenance of store equipment and repairs as requested by the companyWhat you have to offer :
Above average oral and written communication skillsFull knowledge of retail operations and skillsProficient use of Microsoft office suiteWorking Knowledge of SAPHigh School DiplomaThree to five years experience as a Department ManagerSobeys Queen Street is looking for an Assistant Store Manager.
