JMC HR Consulting is pleased to partner with Shean Co-op to recruit a General Manager to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and community impact. Located in Inverness, Nova Scotia, Shean Co-op has proudly served the community for nearly 90 years. As a member-owned co-operative with approximately 1,400 active members, Shean Co-op is a vital part of the local economy and community.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of the co-operative. This role provides an opportunity to lead a well-established community organization while balancing operational excellence, financial stewardship, employee leadership, and long-term sustainability. Provide overall leadership and direction for all operational aspects of the co-operative.

Oversee day-to-day retail operations, ensuring a positive customer experience and efficient store performance. Develop and manage budgets while monitoring financial performance, revenues, and expenses. Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate employees while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Ensure policies, procedures, and business practices align with organizational goals and co-operative principles.



Work collaboratively with community stakeholders, members, suppliers, and service providers. Post-secondary education in business, management, commerce, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum three years of leadership experience in a retail, grocery, or customer-facing environment. Solid business acumen with experience managing budgets, financial performance, and operational priorities. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.

Comfortable working with technology and learning industry-specific software systems. An understanding of the co-operative business model would be considered an asset, although support will be provided for the successful candidate to develop this knowledge. This is an opportunity to lead a respected community organization with a strong local presence and a loyal membership base.

The successful candidate will play a meaningful role in supporting employees, serving members, and helping shape the future of an organization that has been part of Inverness for generations.

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