Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Assistant Team Leader onsite at our Convenience Store/Gas Bar in Nipawin, Saskatchewan. If you are dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience, have a proven track record in sales, and are talented at working both independently and as the leader of a highly motivated team then Lake Country Co-op is looking for you. This position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Nipawin Convenience Store and Gas Bar encompassing sales of approximately $9.3 million.
Who We Are: Lake Country Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we are built on a foundation of honesty, innovation, responsibility, and respect—values that shape how we work, how we serve, and how we grow. We believe in working together to deliver exceptional experiences for our members and guests, strengthen the success of our communities, and reinvest in sustainable growth that benefits everyone. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring the Lake Country Co-op brand to life, visit us at www.lakecountryco-op.crs.
Why It Matters: Lake Country Co-op Gas Bars are the first choice for convenience in Prince Albert. Lake Country Co-op provides a range of products and services to support our over 54,680 member-owners in 20 different communities throughout North Central Saskatchewan in the areas of Food, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer.
Through continuous innovation, strong collaborations with local organizations, and annual sales of $700 million, we continue to help build, fuel, feed, and grow our communities together. Our goal is to work together and build stronger, more vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.
What You Will Do:
- Model and champion Lake Country Co-operative’s vision, mission, and safety principles, fostering a strong customer-focused and
results-driven culture.
- Supervise team members to maintain efficient operations and high customer service standards.
- Support and guide daily retail operations, including merchandising execution, inventory management, and team coordination.
- Monitor sales, labour costs, and store performance.
- Support hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions when required.
- Support team development through coaching, training, and recognition to enhance accountability and customer service.
- Administer cash management, deposits, daily reporting, and Point-Of-Sale System operations.
- Implement promotions, upselling strategies, and seasonal product displays to drive revenue.
- Conduct inventory counts, audits, and loss prevention procedures.
- Resolve escalated customer concerns professionally, ensuring elevated levels of satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
- Respond to emergencies, staffing shortages, or operational issues as needed.
- Become familiar with and adhere to Lake Country Co-op policies such as selling of age restricted items and all government regulations relating to tobacco, lottery, and fireworks.
- Champion and ensure compliance with all safety, asset protection, and operational policies and procedures.
- Perform minor repairs to assets as required.
- Perform all other duties as required.
Who You Will Work With: Reporting to the Nipawin Convenience Store/Gas Bar Team Leader, you will be a key participant in initiating, developing, and executing plans and policies to ensure continued growth in sales, service, employee satisfaction, and customer experience. You will help lead a fun and passionate team to cultivate a culture of collaboration.
Who You Are:
You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and Customer Service and meets the following:
- 2 years of Retail Convenience Store management experience including Convenience Store operations, knowledge of pumps, fuel and compliance in a full-service environment.
- Co-operative Retailing System experience and post-secondary education in a business-related field are assets.
- Creative, self-reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever-changing retail environment.
- Possess experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, asset maintenance.
- Strong understanding of personnel policies, practices, and procedures.
- Elevated level of integrity and accountability.
- Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
- Able to plan and organize your own work and that of others, supervise others, and delegate to others.
- Well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
- Tech savvy with a good understanding of retail technology.
- Customer focused and have the ability to work in a fast paced, guest facing environment.
- Available for day travel and some overnight travel to attend seminars, meetings, training programs for other operational purposes.
- Fulfill the physical job requirements, standing, working outside and inside, lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Flexible work schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license is preferred.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including flex days and a flexible spending account, and an employer matched pension plan at one of Saskatchewan’s largest companies.
- Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation through tuition assistance and leadership development opportunities.
If you share our commitment to our communities combined with a fresh, innovative vision for our future, we invite you to apply online or send your resume to Rebecca Craig, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed as received and position will remain open until filled.
We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us at [email protected] . All information will be kept confidential.
At Lake Country Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.
We can’t wait to hear from you! We thank all candidates for their interest: however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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