District Manager at J.D. Irving, Limited

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail Leadership, Store Operations, Team Building, Financial Results, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Labour Planning, Shrink Control, Safety Management, Communication, Leadership Presence, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI

Industry

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Description

Kent Building Supplies is seeking a District Manager of Retail Store Operations to lead, develop, and elevate store performance across Southern New Brunswick. District Managers at Kent are strong operational leaders who understand the full retail landscape—people, processes, customer experience, and financial results. You will oversee store operations, support Store Managers, and ensure excellence in execution to achieve sales, service, and safety goals. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Responsibilities

The District Manager will lead, develop, and elevate store performance across Southern New Brunswick by overseeing store operations and supporting Store Managers. This involves ensuring excellence in execution to achieve sales, service, and safety goals across the retail landscape.