Future Opportunities for Assistant Store Manager
April 4 2025
Industries
Retail
St. John's, NL • Full time
The Assistant Store Manager is a crucial member of our KENT leadership team. This role is responsible for overseeing various areas of the store. They also focus on meeting financial objectives for their department, managing their team's performance, and promoting a positive and inclusive working environment through employee engagement and store events.
Responsibilities
- Monitor sales performance of the back end business and implement strategies using financial tools and business acumen
- Assist in managing inventory levels by working with the Store Manager and Office Manager
- Oversee the management of various departments, ensuring compliance of safety regulations
- Identify and implement process improvement to enhance operational efficiency within the back end business
- Lead and manage change initiatives within the store ensuring smooth transitions and employee buy-in through effective communication and training.
- Promote safety in the store by actively participating in Health and Safety events and collaborating with the safety team to ensure all store activities comply with safety regulations.
- Build and nurture interpersonal relationships amongst store associates.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of retail management experience.
- Knowledge of inventory management is an asset
- Knowledge of building supplies is an asset.
- Experience working in a safety conscious environment and adhering to safety protocols is an asset.
- Knowledgeable in diverse HR regulations.
- Ability to navigate and manage high pressure situations by seeing the bigger picture and implications of their decisions.
- Ability to manage a high velocity workplace through critical thinking skills and business acumen.
- Ability to proactively look forward in order to drive business results and minimize risks through continuous improvement.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to adjust based on your audience
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
About the Team
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
About Us
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.