Assistant Home Centre Manager

Boundary Co-op is hiring an Assistant Home Centre Manager for our Home Centres in Deloraine, Manitoba.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, 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 how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.boundaryco-op.crs.

What you'll do:

Reporting to the Home Centre Manager, the Assistant Home Centre Manager will support the day-to-day operations of the Hardware, Liquor, and Gas Bar/C-Store departments, including the cardlock. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead by example by demonstrating behaviours that align with the Co-op's vision, mission, values, and commitment to safety;
• Support the daily operations of the Hardware, Gas Bar/C-Store, and Liquor departments, including inventory control, merchandising, pricing, and marketing programs;
• Assist with procurement and inventory management, including ordering, receiving, warehousing, stock rotation, and maintaining inventory accuracy;
• Support the Home Centre Manager in achieving budgeted sales, margin, expense, and inventory targets;
• Help execute marketing initiatives, promotional events, and seasonal campaigns to drive sales and enhance customer engagement;
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards while maintaining housekeeping and asset protection practices;
• Provide leadership and support to Team Members through training, coaching, scheduling, and performance feedback;
• Deliver exceptional customer service, assist with resolving customer concerns, and support quotations for hardware projects and special orders;
• Monitor sales and operational reports, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate recommendations to the Home Centre Manager;
• Act on behalf of the Home Centre Manager during absences and provide leadership support across all assigned departments;
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

You are seeking a career in the Home & Building, Gas Bar, and Liquor industry and bring the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of experience;
• 2-3 years of retail experience, preferably in Home & Building Solutions, Gas Bar/C-Store, Liquor, or a related environment;
• Previous supervisory, lead hand, or team leadership experience is considered an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to support and motivate a team while maintaining a strong customer service focus;
• Knowledge of products and operations within hardware, gas bar, and/or liquor departments is considered an asset;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced environment;
• Action-oriented, customer-focused, and results-driven;
• Honest, trustworthy, and committed to excellence;
• Passionate about building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our members and customers. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Additional Offerings: Team Member Purchase Rebate Program, Team Member Budget Plan, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), Team Member Health and Wellness Program of up to $300 per year.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we're working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Boundary Consumers Co-op Limited welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process by contacting the Human Resources Division at 204-534-2960, or [email protected], or in person at 423 South Railway in Boissevain.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.