Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store ManagerKent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada with 48 locations from Saint John, New Brunswick to Corner Brook, Newfoundland and many towns and cities in between. We owe our success to our exceptional customer service, superior selection of home building supplies, and our commitment to protecting our customers and staff by hiring and training associates dedicated to our safety values. Our culture thrives thanks to the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in, our focus on diversity in the workplace, our commitment to our employees through training and development programs and our focus on creating an aligned and engaged workforce across our locations.Assistant ManagersHere at Kent, we know our success is based on the fearless leadership of our teams. Each of our retail locations has unique needs to best serve both its clients and staff, and we empower our Managers to manage multiple aspects of their businesses as if it was their own. Assistant Store Managers are responsible for all operations throughout the store, which includes maintaining safety standards, delivering financial results, merchandising, providing a first-class customer service experience, and developing their people.Qualifications:5 years retail management experienceExcellent communication skills, verbal and writtenExceptional customer service skillsAbility to leverage technology for project management, analysis and solving problems (including Microsoft Office Suite)Willing to relocate for exciting advancement opportunitiesUndergraduate Degree is an assetMust Haves:Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and willingness to build sincere relationshipsEngages and motivates team members with energy/optimism, through company vision and effectively promote leadership at all levelsPossesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results and implement process improvementsCommunicates with honesty and integrity, and creates the space for others to do the sameLeads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failureFosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationshipsOpen to continuous improvement and responsible for independent learningFlexible schedule based on retail needsWhat we offer:Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP Matching, and PTO benefitsGenerous employee discount on the best brands in the businessAn opportunity to bring your unique personality and join our creative and fun store teamsContinuous learning through a tailored development planGrowth and development opportunities through Kent and the greater J.D. Irving, Limited organizationPlease apply online. We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Kent Building Supplies is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr