Job description
Northern Metalic Sales is a Canadian Independent Wholesale Industrial Distributor based in Grande Prairie, AB with operations across Alberta & BC.
Northern Metalic Sales is part of a larger, diverse group of companies with interests in wholesale distribution, oilfield service & supply, lubricants distribution, land and real estate development, rail construction & transload, and finance.
Overview:
We are currently seeking an individual to fill the position of Assistant Manager at our Grande Prairie, AB location. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting store operations, driving sales, and leading team members to deliver exceptional customer service. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a fast-paced retail environment, requiring strong leadership, organizational skills, and a customer-focused mindset.
Specific Responsibilities include:
The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Manager are, but are not limited to, the following:
- Lead by example.
- Assist Branch Manager in all daily activities, such as, managing all aspects of branch operations that include but not limited to employees, scheduling, efficiency, cost control, preventative maintenance, revenue opportunities and inventory levels.
- Develop and implement new business strategies for creating or improving processes and procedures to improve branch performance.
- Monitor branch performance against goals to ensure that progress is being made, and that corrective action is taken if necessary.
- Required to visit active worksites a minimum of twice per month to discuss safety and work practices displaying visible safety leadership.
- Responsible for appropriate staff levels to meet requirements of the branch.
- Responsible for recruitment, hiring, terminations and performance management.
- Develop and manage business relationships and customer contacts.
- Manage the morale in the branch by setting and demonstrating a strong business ethic for dealing with employees, suppliers, and customers.
- Enhance and develop processes and practices to meet the goals of the department.
- Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality service in the branch to exceed customer expectations.
- Assist with budget preparation.
- Monitor financial performance to ensure the branch is meeting or exceeding budgetary commitment.
- Analyzes and reports on the branch’s key performance indicators and industry/market trends.
- Develop and implement strategies around improving the financial performance of the branch.
- Analyze employee and customer concerns and present options to solve their issues.
- Monitor key business areas.
- Review and use the monthly financial statements to ensure expense control and proactively plan service and sales goals.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications include:
- Minimum of five (5) years in a management or senior supervisory role.
- Advanced knowledge of the industry and company operations required.
- Excellent management, negotiating and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results.
- Experience in budgeting, project management and operations.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Job Type:
- Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday – Friday
- Weekends availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grande Prairie, AB : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
