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- Assist the VP of IRS in the division strategic planning process by developing the Food Division strategy, business plan and objectives.
- Oversee activities of individual store managers to ensure effective store operations.
- Resolves diverse, specialized issues impacting the division and working closely with Teams to create efficiencies, improve processes and maximize business results.
- Responsible for the recruitment, selection, development, performance management, succession planning, and retention of Team Leaders.
- Responsible for the creation of divisional operating and capital budgets within guidance on the overall operational budget and reviews ongoing adherence within assigned area.
- Responsible for the achievement of budgeted financial goals including sales, margins, expenses, EBITDA, employee productivity, inventory turns and overall contribution.
- Actively seeks growth opportunities for the Co-op in the line of business (ex. new locations, services, products, that will promote sustainability of the business.
- Responsible for driving cross functional projects with other departments and/or divisions.
- Supports the VP of Integrated Retail Services in the development and execution of a Customer Experience Management (CEM) strategy for the Food Division. Develop a local, innovative, strategic Food Division marketing plan (annually) targeted at increasing market share, and track results (ongoing).
- In collaboration with the VP of Integrated Retail Services, manages medium/high risks with high regulatory and financial impacts and an effect on the business.
- Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety legislation, asset protection, brand standards, policies, procedures, legislation, and collective agreements.
- A Diploma or Bachelor's Degree with a preference for Commerce, Business Administration or Division Commodity.
- 10 years of relevant retail experience, including 6-8 years of leadership experience (leading technical, professional, and/or management employees).
- Must have Co-operative Retail System experience and preference for a strong knowledge of and experience in food departments. Preference for completion of a Co-op ADVANCE, Accelerated ADVANCE, or One-to-One Training Program.
- Proficient with MS office software (. Excel, Word, Outlook, and other technology.
- Recognized for providing strategic and operational leadership, including Proven ability to coach and develop others.
- Knowledgeable of legislation and applicable laws pertaining to employment, safety, and commodity area(s).
- Sound critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to control operational costs, maximize efficiencies, and improve sales and margin growth, including analyzing financial statements and preparing and managing budgets.
- Technical and creative writing skills, for business plans, and AGM/Board Reports as required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver presentations.
- Promotes innovation, manages change, and is committed to improving the customer experience.
- Demonstrates a personal commitment to diversity, inclusion, and developing cultural competency skill sets to promote a representative workforce.
- Must have a valid Class 5 driver's license.
- Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs on occasion as needed.
- Must be capable of operating different types of machinery and equipment such as forklift, pallet
Food Division Manager - North Battleford, Canada - Federated Co-operatives Limited
Description
What you'll do:
Reporting to the VP of Integrated Retail Services, you will be responsible for leading the Food Division programming and operations to ensure all divisional objectives are aligned to, and achieved in support of, business unit and/or organizational objectives. Your duties will include:
Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and:
Essential Competencies:
Business Insight, Plans & Aligns, Builds Effective Teams, Situational Adaptability and Drives Vision and Purpose.
* A COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MAY BE CONSIDERED *