Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Project Sales Manager based out of our Home and Building Centre location in Shellbrook, Saskatchewan. If you are looking to use your industry knowledge, leadership experience and sales estimating skills to take our project sales to the next level, then Lake Country Co-op is looking for you!
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 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.
- Lead and develop the project sales function, ensuring exceptional service delivery and consistent execution across all customer touchpoints.
- Drive sales growth and profitability by developing and implementing strategic sales, pricing, and merchandising initiatives across product categories.
- Provide leadership and support to project sales activities across two locations (Shellbrook, and in support of Shell Lake), ensuring alignment, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with Home Centre Team Leaders to optimize workflows, improve processes, and enhance overall sales performance.
- Oversee project lifecycle management, ensuring accurate quoting, timely order fulfillment, and successful completion of customer projects.
- Build and maintain key customer relationships with contractors, builders, and commercial clients to drive repeat and referral business.
- Conduct complex project consultations, providing expert product recommendations and tailored solutions.
- Ensure accuracy and competitiveness of quotes and estimates, leveraging estimating systems and market knowledge.
- Monitor and analyze performance metrics (sales, margins, inventory, and expenses) and take corrective action to achieve financial targets.
- Support and guide daily retail operations, including merchandising execution, inventory management, and team coordination.
- Develop team capability by coaching, mentoring, and supporting staff involved in project sales and customer service.
- Resolve escalated customer concerns professionally, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
- Maintain advanced knowledge of building materials, construction practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, asset protection, and operational policies and procedures across both locations.
Who You Will Work With: Reporting to the Home Centre Team Leader, you will work closely with a variety of internal and external partners to ensure a successful customer experience and project execution. This role is highly collaborative and requires effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills to support both customer satisfaction and internal efficiency.
Who You Are:
You are looking for a Project Sales Management opportunity in Home and Building Sales and Customer Service who meets the following:
- 7+ years of progressive experience in home improvement, construction, or retail, including extensive sales and leadership experience with a proven track record of driving revenue and margin growth.
- Strong leadership and coaching abilities, with experience developing high-performing teams and supporting cross-location operations.
- Advanced knowledge of construction practices, including the ability to interpret building plans, specifications, and codes, and oversee accurate material takeoffs.
- Extensive experience in project estimating, quoting, and project management, with the ability to oversee complex, large-scale customer projects.
- Customer-centric mindset, with demonstrated success building and sustaining relationships with contractors, builders, and commercial clients.
- Strong business and financial acumen, including the ability to analyze sales performance, manage budgets, and implement strategies to achieve targets.
- Highly organized and strategic, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, locations, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and lead across teams and locations.
- Detail-oriented and results-driven, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality execution.
- Flexible and adaptable, with availability to support extended hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
- You carry a valid Class 5 driver’s license, with the ability to travel between locations and perform the physical requirements of a home centre environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including flex days, 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.
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 the 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 is 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 cannot 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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