Front End Department Manager

FRONT END DEPARTMENT MANAGER

Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast-paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers?

Department Managers are responsible for the sales results and daily management of their area. This includes executing marketing campaigns, managing inventory, and participating in meetings in addition to the duties of a sales associate. This position is for our Kent store located at – 60 Old Placentia Road Mount Pearl, NL

This position will oversee our Front End department.

What you will do:

• Process customer transactions through cash registers
• Learn and operate our D365 to process orders
• Attend to cash office duties as required
• Provide excellent customer service
• Collect payments and bag purchases for customers
• Keep the checkout area clean and orderly
• Maintain Front End Department Merchandise
• Adhere to, and implement all applicable company standards
• Lead the Front End department by demonstrating the highest standards of safety, customer service, and merchandising
• Communicate information and priorities to associates and ensure they have the direction and tools needed to complete their tasks
• Manage associate performance through feedback and identifying training opportunities
• Handle associate and customer concerns in a fair and professional manner

What you will bring:

• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Motivate others through their positive attitude to always be improving
• Demonstrate the drive and commitment needed to reach goals
• Experience in retail sales and supervision is preferred
• A knowledge of department products is an asset
• Typical career steps are to manage larger departments prior to becoming an assistant store manager

What We offer:

• A safe work environment
• Wellness program
• Scholarship and bursaries
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Employee discount
• Health and dental benefits
• RRSP contribution
• Continuous learning and career advancement

Company Profile:

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior service, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values.

We employ over 3700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative which ensures our great product selection and pricing.

Kent Building Supplies is an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, candidates, and customers.

If you have disabilities that require special accommodation please email, RetailRecruitment@kent.ca

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Worried you don’t meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. At Kent, we promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. You might be the one who we are looking for!

Apply online today or drop your resume off in-store!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)
• Retail management: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• French (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person