OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP:

While the Department Managers (including Fresh) are accountable for their department’s operational results and team performance, the Assistant Food Store Manager, in partnership with the Food Store Manager and Department Manager(s), will conduct daily store walkarounds to review and discuss each department’s daily operational plans. The Assistant Food Store Manager will accordingly follow up and work with Department Manager(s) to address any operational challenges or gaps, ensuring the department managers are provided with day-to-day support for the execution of their plans to drive operational efficiencies.

BRAND & CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE:

Creates, supports, and provides direction for the promotional activities at store level, including the the design and mentoring of others to build the displays, arrangements for in-store demonstrations, use of POP materials. Supports brand initiatives and programs in alignment with the overall marketing strategy of Saskatoon Co-op.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent education, with a preference for post-secondary education.
• Candidates will have a minimum of 5+ years of experience within the Retail Food Industry
• Preference will be given to candidates with proven leadership experience and further preference to candidates who have completed FCL Grocery Advance or Food Group Training.

Reporting to the Food Store Manager, the Assistant Food Store Manager plays an integral role in working closely with all Department Managers (including fresh) to support them in the execution of their operational plans and deliverables by providing day-to-day assistance, coaching, guidance and follow-up so they are enabled to deliver operational excellence and results.
This role supports the planning, monitoring, and managing of assigned internal projects from initiation to completion across the entire store (Centre Store and Fresh departments) and is required to apply operational knowledge in key performance areas. In the absence of the Food Store Manager, the Assistant Food Store Manager provides leadership coverage across the location, ensuring that the day-to-day store operations run smoothly in alignment with the Food Division’s goals and objectives.