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Description

This position will lead growth and drive performance across multiple commodities and responsible for achieving operational targets through strategic hiring, capital planning, and budgeting. This role will work closely with location managers to strengthen contractor engagement, operations, safety, and team development.  This position serves as a member of the Co-operatives senior leadership team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be a true brand ambassador who successfully leads Gateway Co-operative team by achieving budgeted financial including sales, margins, expenses, employee productivity, inventory turns and overall contribution.
- To champion the safety management program of the Gateway Co-operative by ensuring compliance to all safety legislation and policies.
- Champion progressive initiatives in the areas of sustainability, diversity and inclusion, workplace culture and customer experience.
- Provide budget and financial operational leadership, training, and direction during the annual budget process.
- Assists in the development of each stores annual profit plan and analyzes store operating report to identify trends and recommends corrective action to maintain sales mix and achieve greater margins.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5-8 years of leadership experience in retail, building materials, or lumber operations.
- Post secondary education in a related field (a combination of education and experience may be considered).
- Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and team building skills.
- Proven ability to manage costs, improve efficiency, and drive sales and margin growth.
- Excellent customer service and relationship building abilities.