Assistant Store Manager

**Miller Lake RONA, Doidge Building Centres Ltd. background.**
Miller Lake RONA has been serving the Bruce Peninsula for over 40 years with quality building and finishing materials. We are a full-service building centre stocking select high quality products and providing superior customer service.

Doidge Building Centres Ltd. started out as a single lumber yard in 1993 in Miller Lake. Over the years, the company has grown to include 11 locations, 10 of which are branded with Rona. The group of stores is constantly changing and looking for opportunities to grow both externally and internally. With a new generation who grew up in the industry looking to continue the growth, the possibilities are endless.

**What’s in it for You?**
- Career advancement and training opportunities
- Opportunity for a comprehensive benefit package
- An opportunity to work for a growing company
- Being part of a dynamic team
- Employee discounts

**Location**:
This position is in Miller Lake, Ontario. Miller Lake is located on the Bruce Peninsula, approximately 4 hours north of Toronto. Being home to Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park, the Bruce Peninsula is immersed in nature. Some of the many activities available here include hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, scuba diving, skiing, and snowmobiling. The local businesses, daycares, and schools are an integral part of the community. The Northern Bruce Peninsula is a friendly area with a true sense of community.

**Position Summary**:
An Assistant Store Manager (ASM) is to oversee store programs through effective delegation and management of work, employees, time, and resources, including securing appropriate staff coverage and assisting in the recruitment/selection processes. This also includes overseeing the opening and closing procedures in the store, overseeing sales and in and outflow of product for the business, and ensuring store compliance with all safety procedures. Additional responsibilities include increasing sales through forecasting, sales reports, store promotions/programs, and managing inventory.

**Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to**:

- Clearly communicate sales objectives to all team members daily
- You will motivate and influence sales performance with positive feedback and recognition
- Builds strong and lasting relationships with our retail, professional, and contractor customers
- Processes sales and special orders for retail, professional, and contractor customers
- Identify potential sources of inventory losses and implements corrective measures as required
- Encourage store team to provide excellent customer service to ensure that customers have a unique and consistent customer experience
- Participates in regular professional development and training

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum of 2 years previous management experience in a fast-paced retail environment, supervising teams, including but not limited to hiring and coaching of employees
- 2-3 years experience in the retail home improvement industry is an asset
- Functional knowledge of retail merchandising, operations and retail management practices and procedures
- Experience selecting, assessing, coaching, counseling, and developing associates in a retail environment
- Effective organizational, communication (written and oral) and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor s Degree in Business or another related field is an asset
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Weekend availability