Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Convenience store
- Retail business
- Supermarket/grocery store

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Direct and control daily operations
- Evaluate daily operations
- Plan and organize daily operations
- Manage staff and assign duties
- Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
- Determine merchandise and services to be sold
- Implement price and credits policies
- Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
- Develop and implement marketing strategies
- Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
- Determine staffing requirements
- Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
- Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers




- Oversee payroll administration
- Conduct performance reviews
- Supervise office and volunteer staff

Supervision

- 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

- Point of sale system
- Inventory control software
- Electronic mail
- Spreadsheet
- MS Outlook

Area of specialization

- Shipping and receiving

Additional information

Security and safety

- Criminal record check
- Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Fast-paced setting
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

- Energetic
- Hardworking
- Integrity
- Outgoing
- Positive attitude
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Team player

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