Assistant Branch Manager

Company Description
**Kenny U-Pull** takes pride in giving used vehicles a second life. Our **26 auto recycling yards** across Eastern Canada are backed by 400+ employees, all passionate about the revalorization of used cars and the desire for a greener environment for future generations. Since 2008, we have recycled over 1 million vehicles and counting

At Kenny, we do things differently by offering our customers the opportunity to create their own self-serve experience. Customers pick and pull replacement parts themselves for a fraction of the manufacturer's price, in a safe, clean, and environmentally responsible environment.

Our engine runs on purpose, passion, and team spirit. We’re a close-knit and supportive company where your ambitions are also ours. **Come ride with us**:

- we promise it will be a rewarding journey.

**Job Description**:
**Work schedule: to be discussed (must be available 1 weekend out of 2)**
**Permanent, full-time position**
**Workplace**:5507 County Rd 90, Utopia, ON L0M 1T0

As **Assistant Branch Manager**, you will work under the direction of the Branch Manager. You will manage a team, oversee day-to-day operations and ensure that exceptional customer service is delivered while meeting corporate objectives.

In particular, you will be responsible for:

- Promoting a welcoming and safe workplace;
- Assist the Branch Manager with monthly Health & Safety audits;
- Supervise daily operations such as scheduling, sales and production targets;
- Support employees by participating in daily tasks and operational initiatives;
- Assist the Branch Manager in employee communications.
- Carry out, with the Branch Manager, quarterly evaluations of hourly employees;
- Perform various administrative tasks (cash deposits, employee payroll, schedules, etc.);
- Support the Branch Manager in the process of recruiting, welcoming and integrating new employees;
- Act as embassador in any organizational change and play an active role in the roll-out to your branch.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of three (3) years' experience in customer service;
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in a management role;
- College or university diploma;
- Experience in retail or automotive sales is an asset.

**Skills required**:

- Ability to empower employees;
- Ability to delegate tasks and follow up;
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal and presentation);
- Problem-solving skills;
- Collaborative and team-oriented;
- Good time management and prioritization skills;
- Ability to demonstrate empathy.

**Additional information**:

- Office and production environment (50/50);
- Strong possibility of working outdoors and being exposed to hot and cold temperatures.

Additional Information
**And by additional information, we mean perks**
- Competitive salary + annual bonus;
- ** Eligible for paid vacation upon hire;**:

- Comprehensive **group insurance** plan;
- Group **RRSP **(with employer matching contributions);
- Outstanding advancement opportunities;
- Exclusive employee discounts on parts from any Kenny yard;
- Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Holiday party etc.);
- Paid steel toe boot from day 1;
- Uniform provided from day 1.
- Kenny U-Pull is a subsidiary of American Iron & Metal (AIM) inc., a recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 site locations, 4000 employees worldwide and over 3.5 billion dollars in yearly sales. AIM and its subsidiaries offer equal employment opportunities to all. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest._
- ** _Vacation accrues bi-weekly and is pro-rated during any partial year of employment.