General Manager

Located in Gander, NL, this member owned co-operative has a proud history of providing goods and services to our community for over 75 years. Gander Co-op has 15000 members and provides employment for 50 staff members. It is a retail food co-operative with annual sales of more than $13 million and provides a full selection of grocery and additionally sourced products.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, this position is for a GENERAL MANAGER to oversee all operational aspects of the store. The successful candidate should have or should be willing to develop an understanding of how a co-operative is governed and the role it has within the community.

Job Details:

· Location: Gander, NL

· Salary Range: Commensurate upon experience

· Benefits: Health Plan (50/50 co-pay), and Pension Plan

· Terms of Employment: Permanent Full Time

· Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week

Job Requirements:

· Business diploma/degree or equivalent experience and training

· Minimum 3 years retail management (grocery experience would be an asset)

· Oversee all operational aspects and seek out new business opportunities

· Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate daily operations including staffing requirements

· Supervise staff, committees, and contractors in various areas of responsibility

· Recruit, hire, facilitate training, and evaluate employee performance

· Responsible to plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses

· Negotiate contracts and leases as required

· Become familiar with and respect the terms and conditions of wholesale supply agreements

· Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales opportunities, and the effect of competition

· Must be bondable, hold a valid driver’s license, and agree to a criminal and credit check

· Work conditions include a fast-paced environment, tight deadlines, attention to detail and involve a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and lifting

Specific Skills:

· Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

· Able to work collaboratively with a board of directors who provide direction and oversight on behalf of the members of the co-operative

· Strong leadership and motivational skills

· Good analytical ability

· Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

· Business Equipment & Computer Applications: word processing, electronic mail, spreadsheets plus capacity to learn industry specific computer software

Those interested should send cover letter and resume, as application to:

Email: ganderconsumerscooperative@gmail.com

Application Deadline: January 27th, 2025

Expected Start Date: March 3rd, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Retail management: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-27
Expected start date: 2025-03-03