Position Title: Assistant Store Manager
Reports To: Store Manager
Location: 1400 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cobble Hill
Liquor Plus is a family owned and operated organization on Vancouver Island. We operate with a passion for our products, and a commitment to our customers, and community.
Working for Liquor Plus is a great way to interact with your community, make new friends, and impress people with your wine knowledge. If you're like us, you are interested in learning about the amazing offering of Local Beers, Wines, and Spirits, and engaging with customers to help them make great choices!
Summary
The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for contributing to the operating results of the store and the maintenance of excellent operating standards. This includes the planning, organizing, directing and evaluation of the store’s operations.
Key Responsibilities
· Supports the store manager in building strong customer relations and works with company management and staff to establish and maintain a high level of customer confidence
· Assists the store manager with the preparation of the 4-week budget and the
ongoing review of results
· Orders products according to the established amounts, order dates, receiving dates and costs, allocating ordering responsibilities and working with the head buyer
· Works with stakeholders to ensure all products are merchandised in a clear and attractive manner
· Ensures all product received has been signed in and stored in a professional manner and in accordance with Company policy
· Supports the Store Manager and Operations Manager with product price verification schedule
· Ensures that the store operation is kept to a high standard of cleanliness at all times
· Conducts inventory count procedures as assigned by the Store Manager
Other Related Duties
· Adapts employee scheduling to ensure sufficient coverage of duties, and maintain high levels of customer service
· Maintains high productivity levels and creates efficiencies through proper delegation and management of coworkers
· Participates with the Store Manager in maintaining Company policies and
assists the Store Manager with staff training as required
· Assesses performance of Clerks and Supervisors, supports the store manager in training, discipline, and feedback
Working Conditions:
· Standing / Moving for 8 hours a day / 5 days a week
· Working some weekends
· Lifting and/or Carrying Merchandise up to 25lbs on a Frequent Basis
· Lifting above the Shoulder
Core Competencies:
· Interpersonal communication
· Task management
· Liquor industry knowledge
· Retail sales experience: 3+ years
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite (primarily Excel)
· Liquor sales: 1+ year (preferred)
Minimum Requirements:
· Must be 19+ years of age
· Must have a valid Serving It Right
We welcome those interested to apply, even if you may not meet all the requirements. Please reply with a resume and cover letter that connects your experience to the listed responsibilities. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Automobile allowance
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid Serving it Right certificate? If so, when is it valid until?
Experience:
- liquor sales: 1 year (preferred)
- supervisory or management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2023-09-15
