Department Manager INTERIM - Replenishment

Department Manager INTERIM - Replenishment (Quinpool Road Market SS#383) Days / Evenings - Currently supporting Quinpool Road Superstore #383

In this INTERIM role, you are responsible for the grocery, dairy and frozen food departments within the store. As part of our Management Team, you will be a mentor and leader, developing your team through succession planning initiatives, supporting our Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence (CORE) Values.

Part of your responsibility as a INTERIM Department Manager will include weekly rotational responsibilities / participation as part of our Manager on Duty rotation.

No Previous Retail or Management Experience?

At Loblaw, we offer a comprehensive training program to the successful applicant. While the successful applicant may benefit from having Retail Store Experience or previous experience leading / managing a team, we are on the lookout for a candidate willing to learn and take on a new career in Retail.

What You'll Do :

• To direct and supervise all replenishment staff to secure efficient in stock position and courteous customer service
• Ensure productivity within all areas is efficient, achieving expectations within each department.
• To respond immediately to any customer inquiries, requests and complaints, ensuring courteous customer relations at all times
• To maximize sales and gross profit, ensuring sales’ goals and budgets are met
• To hire all part-time staff and train new employees
• To support and schedule all colleagues ensuring compliance with our scheduling practices and the strict control of wage costs
• To interpret and administer Company policy and ensure compliance with the Employee Guidelines
• Responsible for maintaining the condition of all service counters, production areas and offices (5's standards)
• To ensure the safety and sanitation and overall conditions of the sales floor, back shop, coolers, freezers for each department
• Building and leading diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

What You'll Need :

• Flexibility to work a variety of hours which include days, evenings, periodic night shifts, and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Accept responsibility for department metrics, leadership and colleague engagement.
• Three to five years’ experience in the retail service industry considered beneficial
• Prior management experience considered an asset
• Grade 12 Diploma (GED or equivalent)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.
22 days ago