BC Public Service situated in Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA is currently looking for applications for the role of Assistant Store Manager, Cannabis Operations – Lower Mainland who is a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate must start work promptly. The available position is for a regular or full time job.

Employer Name: BC Public Service
Position: Assistant Store Manager, Cannabis Operations – Lower Mainland
Salary: $62,609.62 – $70,814.71 annually
Employment type: Regular, Full-time
Location: Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
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Job Description

The candidate will assist in managing a multi-shift Cannabis Retail Store operation with regular and auxiliary staff.
The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high standards of social responsibility in a consumer-centric approach.
The candidate will contribute to the department’s overall sales targets from both store and online perspectives.
The candidate will ensure a relevant in-store experience by providing feedback on physical layout, in-store signage, processes, and digital experience.
The candidate will review and analyze all aspects of store operations and manage improvements where required.
The candidate will provide guidance and direction to staff to implement improvements and will communicate and apply LDB policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as recommend and implement changes to procedures.
The candidate will review, provide input on, and monitor the store budget and costs, examine variances, and implement appropriate courses of action while assisting the Store Manager with all aspects of the store’s operating budget.
The candidate will apply the Cannabis Act and its respective regulations along with Master and Component Collective Agreements.
The candidate will administer contracts with private companies related to store maintenance, including landscaping, janitorial, plumbing, and waste removal.
The candidate will maximize revenue through merchandising and customer relations, guide staff in improving merchandising techniques, and implement displays, programs, fixture, and layout changes.
The candidate will monitor sales, stock levels, and product trends and work with Merchandising Replenishment Analysts to maximize results.
The candidate will maintain and exceed customer experience expectations and guide staff in improving selling techniques and customer relationship building.
The candidate will provide leadership and direction to staff, control costs, and ensure the safety of the store, staff, and assets.
The candidate will develop and train store staff through individual and group training methods.
The candidate will ensure the objectives of the Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) are met in terms of customer service, product knowledge, control of assets, and sales.
The candidate will perform human resources functions including supervision, recruitment, hiring, discipline, authorizing leave, approving overtime, and formally appraising employee performance.
The candidate will review store performance and operating procedures, organize workloads and work schedules, and resolve related problems.
The candidate will develop the safety risk assessment for the store and maintain adequate security at all times, including application of Corporate Loss Prevention and Store Operations policies and directives.
The candidate will assist the Corporate Loss Prevention department in investigations of cash or stock losses by providing required information.
The candidate will work with the Store Manager and Regional Manager in the development of operational plans to meet the broader objectives of the Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) Cannabis Division business plan.
The candidate will ensure compliance with 2ID policy by requesting two pieces of identification to provide proof of age as required by law.
The candidate will perform other related duties as required.

Job Requirements

The candidate will be required to hold a Secondary (high) school diploma or an equivalent certificate.
The candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years of recent, related experience as a supervisor or Manager on Duty (MOD) within a customer-facing retail operation.
The candidate must have recent, related experience within the last five (5) years, including customer service, supervising people, and management of assets.
Preference may be given to candidates who hold a degree, diploma, or certificate in business or retail management.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience working in the cannabis industry.
Preference may be given to candidates with formal coursework in cannabis from an accredited post-secondary institution.

Benefits

The candidate will have the opportunity to join a team that offers an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.
The employer will provide reasonable accommodations across all stages of the hiring process, including during assessment and selection.
The candidate will have access to competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities, and rewarding work with strong career development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.

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