Store Manager- Keethanow Gas Bar

OPEN COMPETITION

The Keethanow Group of Businesses is now accepting applications for the following Full-Time Permanent position based out of the Keethanow Food Supermarket in La Ronge, SK

Store Manager

Working in close co-operation with the KGB General manager, the KGB Store Manager will provide management leadership in the short- and long-term planning of KGB to successfully meet its stated mission and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily store operations, supervise employees and manage inventory.
• Effectively recruit and train new employees.
• Maintain store staffing levels to meet the needs of our customers.
• Monitor performance of staff and develop employees to their full potential.
• Manage and motivate the team to increase sales, meet targets and exceed budgeted goals, while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Analyze and compare sales data for effective merchandising.
• Adhere to safety policies and regulations.
• Building solid relationships with customers and vendors, while actively seeking new business development opportunities through networking and community events.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ multi-purpose management experience with strong emphasis on retail management (food and non-food).
• Knowledge of and experience in a computerized environment, including the operation and administration of a Point of Sale (POS) computer system.
• Strong financial management skills including the ability to review and analyze financial statements.
• Ability to efficiently manage inventory levels, order stock, and price products to achieve gross margin targets.
• Excellent people management skills including the ability to recruit, hire, train, motivate, evaluate, discipline, develop and increase staff performance in a cross-cultural environment.
• Good interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector check.
• Must possess a valid class 5 drivers’ license.

Posting Date: July 22, Deadline for application: Until suitable candidate is found