Grocery Manager

Kinsa is recruiting for a: Grocery Store General Manager

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Onsite)

Our client is a Grocery / Retail Store based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are looking for a dedicated and dynamic General Manager to lead their grocery store. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for customer service, and extensive knowledge of grocery operations. As the General Manager, you will oversee daily operations, drive sales growth, and ensure a positive shopping experience for our customers.

Successful candidates 5+ years of experience in a Grocery Retail Management.

Compensation/Benefits:

• $110,000 – $145,000 US base salary ($150-200k Canadian)
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, etc.
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employee discount and perks
• Relocation assistance for Canadian or US Citizens willing to relocate

Key Responsibilities and Goals:

• Manage daily store operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
• Monitor and improve store performance metrics, including sales, profit margins, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and manage the store budget, forecasting sales and controlling expenses.
• Analyze financial reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Enhance the overall customer shopping experience through effective service and store presentation.
• Address customer complaints and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Oversee product selection, pricing strategies, and promotional activities, and collaborate with Marketing to develop local advertising and promotions.

Competencies Needed for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of retail management experience, preferably in grocery or food retail.
• Strong understanding of grocery operations, inventory management and supply chain, and customer service principles. Ability to create SOP’s.
• Strong financial acumen, reading financial statements, understanding department successes and ability to pivot. Proven ability to drive sales and manage budget.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using retail management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to work as needed in a 7-day/week operation with hours 8AM-9PM.

Referrals are our best source for the top talent our clients need so if you know of anyone with these skills in the food and beverage industry, please pass me their name and email/phone number, or share this job posting with them. Kinsa pays referral bonuses if someone you refer gets hired by our client!

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