KMS Tools & Equipment is a Canadian owned and operated company with stores in western Canada. Our mission is to provide the best value in tools while offering staff a competitive and exciting career. From the serious hobbyists looking to work in a field they are passionate about to former trades people looking for something new, a career at KMS Tools is an excellent opportunity to work within your community and in a dynamic and fast paced industry.
We are currently hiring Assistant Store Managers for our current Calgary location (located at 6311 Center Street) and our upcoming North East Calgary location!
Benefits - How we support you :
- Competitive extended medical and dental program
- Matching RRSP/DPSP program
- Work-life balance - most locations are closed in evenings and are usually closed on Sundays and Statutory holidays
- Opportunities for employee development through seminar and online learning options
- Employee pricing
About the position : This dynamic and customer focused role requires critical thinking, the ability to problem solve, and support a medium sized team through day to day operations. Working in collaboration with the store manager, you will be responsible for:
- Ensuring staff are providing outstanding customer service
- Becoming proficient in all areas of the store including cash and warehouse processes
- Works with other management and staff to ensure we are always focused on providing an exceptional customer experience
- Ensuring operational standards are maintained and creating strategies to increase store efficiency and profitability
- Maintaining a clean, organized and merchandised store
- Managing staff by assigning tasks and rewarding positive performance
- Assisting in performance management by answering staff questions, training, and providing suggestions to improve productivity
- Assisting with administrative tasks as required. This may include assisting with payroll processes, onboarding, health and safety compliance and other store initiatives.
What you bring :
- A positive and customer service centered attitude
- A willingness to learn as you go and continue developing your skills and knowledge
- A passion for helping people find the right tool for their job
- Previous supervisory or management experience in a related field
- A strong understanding of the importance of task management and prioritization. This includes the ability to develop daily, weekly and monthly tasks and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
- An understanding of performance management strategies and a passion for supporting teams. This includes experience in, team dynamics, accountability and employee career development
- The ability to maximize the use of digital tools
- Experience leading medium sized teams on projects, initiatives or events.
- Some relevant experience in the retail industry or in a trade
Applying : Job Types : Full time, Permanent
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits :
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match