Owner/Operator - Your Independent Grocery - Prescott, ON

Owner/Operator - Your Independent Grocery - Prescott, ON 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment. Whether you are just starting your career, re‑entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. Your Independent Grocer focuses on delivering a great employee and customer experience throughout the store by exceeding customer expectations in departments including Produce, Meat, Deli, Bakery, Grocery, and Dairy. We’re looking for a leader who inspires their team, brings passion to merchandise and program execution, and continuously looks for new ways to make an impact in the community. As the future Franchisee, you will be supported by a network of District Managers and Customer Experience Specialists who will assist you to grow your business. You will oversee all the operational functions of your business which includes setting targets, managing costs, recruiting, coaching, training, and above all providing superior customer satisfaction. What you’ll do: Drive increased sales performance by championing our We Love Food culture and adopting creative merchandising, advertising, and suggestive selling strategies. Focus on cost by continuously seeking ways to become more productive and efficient. Take care of each other by building a strong team and focusing on community involvement. Lead and motivate your in‑store team by building positive employee relations. Liaise with community partners to foster a positive relationship and establish a strong community presence. Collaborate with Department Teams to plan, develop, and execute in‑store programs and events. Meet and exceed financial performance budgets/targets in Sales, Shrink, Labour, Controllable Expenses, and operational metrics including NPS and Inventory Management. Effectively build relationships with Customers, Employees, District Managers, Store Support Specialists, and Vendors. Respond to all concerns, queries, or complaints from customers or employees with timeliness and professionalism. Problem‑solve day‑to‑day operational issues as they arise. Adhere to Operational Store Standard Guidelines. Adhere to and maintain compliance with all Legislative and legal requirements. What you’ll need: Strong entrepreneurial mindset with an emphasis on growing the business and long‑term planning. Proven leadership skills demonstrated through integrity, passion, and authenticity. People‑focused with an emphasis on developing and coaching for high performance. Community‑oriented with the ability to build and cultivate long‑lasting relationships with local community groups. Demonstrated financial acumen with the ability to understand and interpret Profit and Loss statements and deliver consistently outstanding financial results against budgets and targets. Solid merchandising and marketing knowledge with the ability to execute programs to drive sales and gross profit. Proficiency in Fresh and Dry Operations, inventory control, cash office operations, Microsoft Office, and SAP. Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions under pressure while achieving results. Our Commitment: We have a long‑standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion because it makes our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability 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. We have a long‑standing focus on sustainability and social impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars, Sourcing and Community – and we constantly look for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr