Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Lumber Manager onsite at our Home Centre location in Prince Albert, 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 Prince Albert Home Centre location, supporting approximately $10.5 million in annual sales.
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:
- Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Lake Country Co-operative’s vision, mission, and safety principles to make a difference in members lives, with a strong customer-focused approach.
- Provide legendary service at all touch points through various communication channels.
- Assist the Home and Building solutions team and store leadership in the following areas as assigned.
- Initiate, develop, and implement policies and innovations that will ensure the growth in sales, service, and earnings.
- Provide leadership to the team members in training, development, coaching, and performance management.
- Assist with achieving budgeted goals through pricing, sales, margins, expenses, and inventory control in each product category.
- Assist with preparing and presenting detailed and competitive quotes, materials takeoffs, and project packages using estimating software and in-store tools.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, and customers.
- Oversee adherence to brand merchandising standards, marketing efforts, and image standards.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of building materials, home improvement trends, and building code requirements.
- Manage in-store merchandising and promotional campaigns related to project materials and services.
- Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Champion the Asset Protection and Safety Management systems, policies, and procedures.
- Perform minor repairs to assets, as required.
Perform all other duties, as required.
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Who You’ll Work With: Reporting to the Home Centre Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic plans and policies that drive growth in sales, service excellence, and customer satisfaction. You will inspire a collaborative, high-energy environment focused on teamwork, innovations, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Discover Prince Albert: Prince Albert, often called the "Gateway to the North" is centrally located along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, about 140 kilometers north of Saskatoon. As the third-largest city in the province, it serves as a key hub between the southern prairie regions and the vast boreal forests to the north. The city is surrounded by natural beauty, offering easy access to outdoor recreation. Just 50 kilometers away lie Prince Albert National Park, known for its pristine lakes, dense forests, and abundant wildlife including elk, wolves, and free-roaming bison. The city itself has a population of around 35,000 and supports a diverse economy based on government services, agriculture, forestry, mining, and the health and education sectors. Culturally, the city boasts attractions such as the Prince Albert Arts Centre, the E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts, and the Historical Museum, which highlights Indigenous heritage and pioneer life. Annual events like the Winter Festival, Downtown Street Fair, and Prince Albert Exhibition reflect the city's vibrant community spirit.
Who You Are:
You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations, Building Materials, and Customer Service and:
- You have 3-5 years of relevant experience in the home and building, hardware, construction, or retail industry, with at least 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
- Co-operative Retailing System experience, along with construction accreditation, a solid understanding of construction methods, and experience estimating and quoting projects is preferred.
- You are creative, self-reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever-changing retail environment.
- You possess experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, and asset maintenance.
- You have strong leadership, interpersonal, communication skills, and the ability to successfully motivate and work with team members.
- You have a high level of integrity and accountability.
- You have sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
- You are honest, trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
- You are able strategically plan and organize both your own tasks and those of your team, delegating tasks when necessary.
- You have a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
- You are customer-focused and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
- You must be willing and able to obtain forklift and WHMIS certifications.
- You carry a valid Class 5 license and are available for day travel within the Lake Country Co-op trading area to attend seminars, meetings, training programs, and for other operational purposes.
- You have the ability to fulfill the physical tasks common to the construction industry.
You have a flexible work schedule; some evenings and weekends are required.
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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.
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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 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.
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 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.
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