Please note that while this position is TERM, pending return of incumbent, there is the potential for continued employment opportunities within Pembina Co-op.

Pembina Co-op is seeking a full-time Grocery Manager to assist our Food Store Manager in Souris, Manitoba. This is an exciting opportunity for taking on a leadership role — working with a dedicated team, serving a close-knit rural community, and helping shape the continued success of an essential local business.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, returning profits to our communities, and investing in sustainable growth. At Pembina Co-op, our team members play an important role in supporting local families, farms, and businesses while building strong relationships with the people we serve.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Food Store Manager, the Grocery Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of tasks and will be accountable for planning the direction of the grocery department. This position plays an integral role in assisting the Food Store Manager achieve budgeted goals related to sales, margin, expenses, and inventory and execute sales strategies that support Pembina Co-op’s vision. Achieving established objectives in terms of brand, service levels, quality, and timeliness of delivery as well as identifying areas for improvement. The Grocery Manager is responsible for training & development, coaching, and motivating the department team while fostering a positive work environment that enables the engagement of all team members in the pursuit of desired results.

Why it matters:

Our team provides products and services that support our member-owners and help rural communities thrive. Through the work we do, we help build, fuel, feed, and grow Western Canadian communities together. As Store Manager, your leadership will directly support the people who rely on our Food Store every day.

Who you are:

You are an experienced, people-focused leader who is ready to grow a career in Food Store Management and contribute to the success of a rural community. You bring:

• Grade 12 education.
  
• At least 3 years of relevant customer service experience, with a preference for at least 1 year of leadership experience.
• A reputation for honesty, trustworthiness, accountability, and a results-oriented approach.
  
• A collaborative leadership style, a commitment to building strong relationships, and an appreciation for the value that different perspectives bring to shared success.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We support ongoing learning, growth, and development, and we foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and pride in serving our communities.

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Why work with us:

• Work-Life Balance: Paid sick and vacation time
  
• Financial Perks: A competitive Compensation and Benefit Package: Our Team Members receive competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package which includes Group Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental and an employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.
  
• Growth Opportunities: We encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
  
• Inclusive Work Environment: At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we're working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

At Pembina Co-op, we strive to be an employer of choice by creating a culture our Team Members want to be a part of and supporting a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re ready to bring your experience, energy, and passion for customer service to a team that values collaboration and innovation, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in confidence to Becky Switzer, VP – People & Culture at hr@pembinacoop.ca

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.