Recruitment Coordinator-Stores

at  The North West Company

In your role as the Recruitment Coordinator - Stores, at The North West Company (TNWC), you’re accountable for performing administrative duties to support the Stores Recruitment Department, including receiving and tracking applicant material, updating and maintaining appropriate databases, and organizing interviews for candidates.
Joining TNWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
TNWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighbourhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of prior administrative experience.
• Previous experience in an HR, Recruitment or Talent Acquisition environment, complemented by HR education, is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with an Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software is a plus.
• Experience in utilizing social media and online platforms for recruitment purposes is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on effective interaction.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage effectively with candidates and business partners.
• Proficient in documentation and reporting, with experience using reporting tools and databases.
• Strong customer service orientation and a positive attitude.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing recruitment needs and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Manage the onboarding process for new hires by requesting necessary forms, arranging travel to stores, preparing and mailing orientation packages, and emailing new hire details to store teams.
• Post and refresh recruitment advertisements on job boards to attract a diverse range of candidates.
• Manage candidates through the applicant tracking system (CATS) pipeline, maintaining ongoing communication with the Recruitment Specialist.
• Screen and route resumes, and respond promptly to email and phone inquiries directed to the department.
• Organize on-site interviews for candidates, communicating schedules to both candidates and interviewers.
• Conduct pre-employment procedures, including prescreening candidates, processing references, and managing criminal and credit checks.
• Process department invoices, expenses, and corporate credit card transactions to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Enter data into the recruiting database and generate reports as required to provide insights on recruitment activities.
• Provide administrative support to the Stores Recruitment team, including preparing and shipping materials for career fairs and managing all recruitment promotions.
• Perform data entry, track resumes, and maintain the integrity of our resume database.
• Track and manage the Referral Program, including payouts.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of prior administrative experience.
• Previous experience in an HR, Recruitment or Talent Acquisition environment, complemented by HR education, is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with an Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software is a plus.
• Experience in utilizing social media and online platforms for recruitment purposes is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on effective interaction.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage effectively with candidates and business partners.
• Proficient in documentation and reporting, with experience using reporting tools and databases.
• Strong customer service orientation and a positive attitude.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing recruitment needs and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Location: Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB
Reports to: Manager, Stores Recruitment
We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
Being Enterprising • Committing to our Customer • Working with Passion • Leading and Developing Others • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity • Building Trust
The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.