St. Paul Meat Manager

Cornerstone Co-op invites applications for the position of Meat Manager to lead our Meat Team at our Food Store in St. Paul, Alberta. This full-time leadership role reports to the Food Store Manager.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Meat department, including ordering, receiving, inventory management, merchandising, warehousing and shrink control.

• Plan organize, and execute departmental operations to meet customer needs, sales targets, margin goals, and business objectives.

• Lead and support the Meat team through scheduling, training, coaching, performance management, and talent development, while fostering a positive and engaging work environment.

• Ensure department ordering schedules, inventory control programs, receiving procedures, and merchandising standards are followed.

• Plan and execute promotions, displays, and marketing initiatives that drive sales and support departmental targets.

• Maintain compliance with company policies, health and safety regulations, food safety requirements, brand standards and asset protection practices.

• Complete annual planning, goal setting, budgeting, and talent management activities for the department.

• Provide outstanding customer service to member-owners and customers, including professionally resolving customer concerns and ensuring a positive Co-op experience.

• Be actively engaged on the sales floor, leading by example and supporting team workflow and customer service.

• Complete required administrative duties accurately and on time, including inspections, reporting, and other departmental documentation.

• Demonstrate behaviours and actions that align with and strengthen the Co-operative’s vision, mission, values, brand, and commitment to safety.

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays on a rotational basis.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

We need you to lead outstanding Co-op experiences.

Who you are:

• You have Grade 12 education combined with experience in retail grocery or leadership.

• You possess strong leadership skills and enjoy coaching and developing a team.

• You are able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. Loads exceeding 50 lbs will be managed with lifting equipment or assistance in accordance with safety guidelines.

• You can successfully complete required background checks, including a Criminal Record Check and credit check.

• You have a valid Class-5 driver’s license and can provide a satisfactory 5-year standard driver’s abstract.

• You are action oriented, customer focused and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and can manage files and administrative documentation.
• You are honest, trustworthy, results-driven and strive for excellence in your work.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.
• You are customer-focused and passionate about delivering exceptional service.

Who we are:

Here at Cornerstone, we provide meaningful and rewarding careers with the ability to learn and advance. Whether you are starting your career, looking to re-enter the workforce, or looking for a new career opportunity, we welcome all applicants. We respectfully acknowledge that we do business on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gather place for our Indigenous neighbours and the homeland of the Metis. At Cornerstone, we embrace diversity and inclusion in an environment that promotes our values of Instills Trust, Collaboration and Customer Focused. Cornerstone Co-op proudly delivers outstanding customer service experiences to over 32,000 members from 23 different locations in communities (St. Paul, Elk Point, Two Hills, Mannville, Dewberry, Vermilion, Wainwright & Provost).

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Industry-competitive compensation
• Full Benefits plan available for team members working 24 hours or more per week
• Company matched pension plan for eligible team members
• Team Member Discount Program
• Team Member Appreciation Incentives and Bonus Potential
• Mental Health and Wellness Support Programs
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Community Volunteerism Recognition Program

This position will remain open until filled.

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Talent and Culture.

Email: [email protected] | Phone: 780-853-6732 | Fax: 780-853-6563

Team Members interested in the above position are to inform their immediate supervisor of their intentions before they approach the contact person. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.