Assistant Store Manager - Back-end Operations
About the role
Here at KENT, we know our success is based on the fearless leadership of our teams. Each of our retail locations has unique needs to best serve both its clients and staff, and we empower our managers to manage multiple aspects of their businesses as if it were their own. Assistant Store Managers Back-End Operations are responsible for all operations within the ‘back-end’ of the business including the Lumber Yard and LBM (lumber and building materials) departments, including maintaining safety standards, delivering financial results, merchandising, providing a first-class customer service experience, and developing their people.
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Oversee and manage shrink, ensuring accurate inventory counts and maintaining inventory integrity.
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Maintain high yard standards, ensuring the workspace is organized and safe for both employees and customers.
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Engage and motivate team members through regular check-in’s, coaching, and providing constructive feedback.
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Drive profitability by executing sales strategies focused on lumber and lumber building materials (LBM).
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Analyze sales performance and implement initiatives to enhance sales growth.
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Manage fleet operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products to customers. (Optional dependent on store)
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Support team development through training programs and fostering a positive work environment.
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Ensure proficiency in software usage to enhance productivity and streamline daily operations: Microsoft Suite applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook. Operate Kronos for timekeeping and attendance management and D365 for managing customer interactions, sales processes, and inventory tracking.
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Retail management is considered an asset
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2-3 years in a leadership/ supervisory role
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Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
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Exceptional customer service skills
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Ability to leverage technology for project management, analysis, and solving problems (including Microsoft Office Suite)
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Openness to continuous improvement and responsibility for independent learning
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Flexible schedule based on retail needs
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Shrink and inventory control
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21+ years of age due to the forklift training requirement (in-house to be provided), previous forklift experience is considered an asset
About Kent Building Supplies
Your Future with Kent starts here!
Do you enjoy working as part of a team? From cashiers to store managers to marketing and purchasing, there are a wide variety of careers available. Whether you have years of experience or are just starting out, whether you want to progress on your current career path or try something completely new; we provide the training and opportunities to help turn your career goals into a reality. If you have a positive attitude and passion for home improvement, then apply today. We’re waiting to hear from you!
About Kent Building Supplies: Kent has 49 retail locations and employs over 3,700 associates in communities across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.
With 3 sizes of retail stores, 1 contractor supply store, truss plants, distribution centres and a head office, you will be sure to find a career right for you!
Our Head Office - From Human Resources to Marketing to Purchasing, see if you have what it takes to join the talented team of professionals at our Head Office.
Our Stores - If you enjoy working with the public and are seeking a challenging, fast-paced work environment, one of the Kent retail locations may be right for you. We have a wide range of part-time, full-time and management positions.
Our Distribution Centre - Get involved behind the scenes! Our Distribution Centre needs energetic individuals like you to keep stock moving smoothly from our vendors to the store shelves for our customers.
Assistant Store Manager - Back-end Operations
About the role
Here at KENT, we know our success is based on the fearless leadership of our teams. Each of our retail locations has unique needs to best serve both its clients and staff, and we empower our managers to manage multiple aspects of their businesses as if it were their own. Assistant Store Managers Back-End Operations are responsible for all operations within the ‘back-end’ of the business including the Lumber Yard and LBM (lumber and building materials) departments, including maintaining safety standards, delivering financial results, merchandising, providing a first-class customer service experience, and developing their people.
-
Oversee and manage shrink, ensuring accurate inventory counts and maintaining inventory integrity.
-
Maintain high yard standards, ensuring the workspace is organized and safe for both employees and customers.
-
Engage and motivate team members through regular check-in’s, coaching, and providing constructive feedback.
-
Drive profitability by executing sales strategies focused on lumber and lumber building materials (LBM).
-
Analyze sales performance and implement initiatives to enhance sales growth.
-
Manage fleet operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products to customers. (Optional dependent on store)
-
Support team development through training programs and fostering a positive work environment.
-
Ensure proficiency in software usage to enhance productivity and streamline daily operations: Microsoft Suite applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook. Operate Kronos for timekeeping and attendance management and D365 for managing customer interactions, sales processes, and inventory tracking.
-
Retail management is considered an asset
-
2-3 years in a leadership/ supervisory role
-
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
-
Exceptional customer service skills
-
Ability to leverage technology for project management, analysis, and solving problems (including Microsoft Office Suite)
-
Openness to continuous improvement and responsibility for independent learning
-
Flexible schedule based on retail needs
-
Shrink and inventory control
-
21+ years of age due to the forklift training requirement (in-house to be provided), previous forklift experience is considered an asset
About Kent Building Supplies
Your Future with Kent starts here!
Do you enjoy working as part of a team? From cashiers to store managers to marketing and purchasing, there are a wide variety of careers available. Whether you have years of experience or are just starting out, whether you want to progress on your current career path or try something completely new; we provide the training and opportunities to help turn your career goals into a reality. If you have a positive attitude and passion for home improvement, then apply today. We’re waiting to hear from you!
About Kent Building Supplies: Kent has 49 retail locations and employs over 3,700 associates in communities across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.
With 3 sizes of retail stores, 1 contractor supply store, truss plants, distribution centres and a head office, you will be sure to find a career right for you!
Our Head Office - From Human Resources to Marketing to Purchasing, see if you have what it takes to join the talented team of professionals at our Head Office.
Our Stores - If you enjoy working with the public and are seeking a challenging, fast-paced work environment, one of the Kent retail locations may be right for you. We have a wide range of part-time, full-time and management positions.
Our Distribution Centre - Get involved behind the scenes! Our Distribution Centre needs energetic individuals like you to keep stock moving smoothly from our vendors to the store shelves for our customers.