Department

Government of Yukon -> Yukon Liquor Corporation - Sales

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

PS11

Salary

$74,307.00 - $86,038.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**

Job Summary and Requirements

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

This is a full-time, permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Who we are…

The Yukon Liquor Corporation strives for service excellence that supports a healthy, vibrant and prosperous Yukon. Our mission is to offer customers legal access to a variety of liquor and cannabis products while considering the wellbeing and economic prosperity of the territory. The Corporation’s branches work to support Yukon’s food and beverage industry, cannabis market, and local liquor producers through a range of programs and services. We continuously evolve our business structure to improve the way we operate our Whitehorse Liquor Store, central warehouse and five rural community Liquor Stores in Dawson City, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, and Watson Lake. Join us; help us to advance the Corporation and serve Yukon!

The opportunity…

The Assistant Manager, Sales and Distribution, plays a crucial role in keeping liquor sales and deliveries running smoothly across Yukon. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, this position helps to lead daily operations, making sure products are distributed quickly and efficiently to YLC stores and licensees. With the support of your team, you ensure that orders are processed correctly and delivered efficiently, contributing to YLC’s vision of service excellence.

Why choose us?

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

Learn more about what we offer.

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Important application requirements:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential qualifications

• Experience leading and supervising staff in a client-service environment related to warehousing, retail, or distribution
• Experience in inventory management and providing basic accounting/financial functions
• Experience supporting operational planning, scheduling, and contract performance monitoring
• Experience using a variety of computer programs (e.g., point of sale system, inventory management system and Microsoft Office)

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (initiative, professionalism, positive attitude, problem solving, conflict resolution)

• Ability to work in a team environment as well as the initiative to work independently in order to accomplish project goals and deliverables

• Strong organizational skills in a work environment that is challenging and detailed oriented with multiple changing priorities

Additional information

Conditions of Employment:

Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

Job requirements:

Community travel to support service delivery at YLC stores, up to quarterly.

Physical ability to assist with store or warehouse operations including lifting 30-50lbs when stocking and rotating products.

Contact details:

If you have any questions about this position, please contact : Amelie Quirke-Tomlins, Chief Operating Officer at amelie.quirke-tomlins@yukon.ca**.**

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact : Hailey Spears, Human Resources Consultant at hailey.spears@yukon.ca**.**

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

08 May 2026

Close Date

22 May 2026

Job Description

Assistant Manager, Sales and Distribution JD