Assistant Store Manager

Department: Agriculture Retail Employment Type: Full-Time Requisition ID: 611 Date Posted: November 1, 2024 Closing Date: November 15, 2024 or until filled Position Summary: Reporting to the Store Manager, the Assistant Store Manager assists and supports the Store Manager with all functions related to store operations including the direct supervision of in store and yard employees. The Assistant Store Manager ensures company objectives are met and UFA policies are adhered to. Responsible to perform management functions in the Store Manager's absence. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:In conjunction with the Store Manager, ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures pertaining to payroll, financial controls, budgeting, and the protection of company assets.Responsible for accuracy and adherence to all standard POS processes as well as interim processes established to accommodate special promotions.Ensure that company policies, best practices, and certifications are completed in a timely and efficient manner.Assist the Store Manager with UFA’s safety culture; help achieve UFA’s safety targets through training, coaching, monitoring, and continuous improvement.Collaborate with the Store Manager in leading daily operations and supervision including motivating and coaching staff to meet and exceed store sales targets.Ensure that staff are qualified and properly trained to perform their assigned tasks or operate equipment.Deliver on daily start-up checklists and tasks; ensure that short-term maintenance tasks are completed on time and of quality to maximize operating availability and efficiency.Assist in maintaining the visual presentation of product and accessories and ensuring compliance with corporate visual presentation and merchandising directives.Collaborate with operations, merchandising, and business support to operate with UFA standard operating procedures.Act as the Store Manager in his/her absence.Qualifications required for the position:Grade 12 Diploma with one to three years of progressive supervisory experience focusing on sales and customer service in a business-to-business sales and service environment with increasing levels of responsibility.Market awareness of customers and segments and changing market factors.Strong people and leadership skill set (Coaching, mentoring, delegation, direction, reward, recognition).High energy, positive attitude, enjoys working with people.Computer competence, with emphasis on point of sale systems, business intelligence (BI) reporting functions.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Will be required to obtain WHMIS, TDG, and forklift operator training to work in the yard environment.Must remain current with any and all required certifications. Safety Sensitive Position: This role is safety-sensitive as it involves being on-site at UFA facilities and using UFA material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr