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Description

Keethanow Group of Businesses is seeking an ambitious, hard-working individual that has extensive knowledge and experience in business management to apply for the position of general manager.

Owned and operated by the Lac La Ronge Indian Band, the Keethanow Groups of Businesses (KGB) includes a lumber & furniture store, bingo hall, three confectionary/ gas bars and two grocery stores. The General Manager is the lead position within the group of companies that employs approximately 80 staff. Under the direction of the KGB Board of Directors, the General Manager will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of various businesses with an outlook of opportunities including expansion. Experience working with northern First Nations people and knowledge in the retail industry is essential.

REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of a Diploma in Business Management, preferably a Degree in Business;
- Ten years store management experience;
- Successful financial background and proven experience in sales, profit and inventory control;
- Pervious human resource management experience including guidance, supervision, training, development and performance management of staff is essential;
- Leadership and team building skills;
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
- Driver's license and reliable vehicle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and execute sales plans for the stores to maximize sales/profits;
- Demonstrate the ability to teach excellent customer service and satisfaction and sore appearance;
- Design, develop and implement retail business policies and procedures;
- Effectively communicate business knowledge to motivate the performance of business associates;
- Develop and training store managers and business associates to achieve optimal business results;
- Demonstrate the ability to lead others; and
- Develop the store managers to be more effective in all aspects of running a small business.