Manager in Training - Agricultural Operations

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Area Manager, the Manager in Training position is responsible for developing the skills and knowledge required to manage a UFA retail store successfully and be able to assume a location within an agreed upon selected geography with short notice. This applies to all aspects of store management, ensure financial targets are met; foster a culture of customer service excellence; provide coaching and direction to all employees; follow proper processes including Health and Safety policies and operational standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Become integrated with the UFA retail business by managing the store efficiently and safely, including conducting store opening/closing procedures, supervising employee interactions, monitoring financial status, measuring all process and compliance, and ensuring all UFA policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Act as a Store Manager in his/her absence which includes: making decisions in relation to the customer service requirements, and dealing with employee relations, recruitment and performance management and applying policies and procedures as required.
• Assisting the Store Manager with the scheduling of employees and all-time management activity.
• Responsible for self-development of all Store Manager Accountabilities and providing input on all Management aspects of a UFA retail store.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in a previous Manager role in a retail environment or Agriculture industry.
• College diploma or degree in business is an asset.
• Proven track record in customer sales/service and leadership is required.
• Results oriented with strong oral, written and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications and POS/ mainframe systems.
• Must be willing to relocate to a Store within an agreed to geography with short notice.
• Must adhere to pre-employment substance abuse testing.

To ensure a safe work environment, UFA Co-operative Limited has a Substance Abuse Policy in place. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug (includes cannabis) and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment.

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Application Instructions:

External Applications: Please send your cover letter and resume to careers@ufa.com and quote the posting number in the subject line.

Internal Applications: Please email your resumes and Complete Form – Application For In-House Position, posting number, and forward to careers@ufa.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.