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Consumables Assistant Manager

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Walmart Canada

Aug 3, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Kitchener
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be 16 years or older to apply.
  • You drive sales, manage operations, ensure safety compliance, deliver customer service, support community initiatives, lead associates, provide feedback, and handle merchandise responsibly.

Requirements

  • Age – 16 or older

Responsibilities

  • Job Responsibility #1
  • As a member of the Store Management Team drives profitable sales through achievement of sales and profit goals, budget management and sales forecasts. Proactively analyzes and utilizes sales/financial reports, economic trends and community needs to identify and respond to market changes while controlling expenditures. Communicates sales results associates and guides interpretation of results
  • Job Responsibility #2
  • Creates, with the balance of the Management Team, operational plans; prioritizes, delegates and provides clear direction to Managers and Associates. Ensures optimal store conditions through effective merchandise presentation, accurate and competitive pricing and store standards within Company policies and guidelines. Implements new store programs according to Company direction, while evaluating effectiveness to achieve successful results specifically related to the (Front End or Back End or Fresh or Operations - specific area that the incumbent will oversee). An Assistant Manager is cross-trained to work proficiently in all areas of the Store when needed.
  • Job Responsibility #3
  • Executes and monitors asset protection and safety controls; maintains quality assurance standards; oversees safety and operational reviews while ensuring compliance with Walmart policies and procedures and with established safety, security, sales, financial and record keeping procedures and practices. Anticipates and proactively responds to compliance issues, including Total Loss/general controls.
  • Job Responsibility #4
  • Serves Customers as an ambassador for their store by greeting customers, seeking their feedback and ensuring customer needs, complaints, and issues are resolved within Company guidelines to create a positive shopping experience. As a member of management, models, enforces, and provides direction to associates on friendly and helpful customer service approaches and techniques
  • Job Responsibility #5
  • Supports store initiatives to serve the community by participating in and supporting community events and developing relationships with key community groups. Participates in company-sponsored programs, events, and sustainability efforts for associates and customers to emphasize the store’s role as an integral part of the community.
  • Job Responsibility #6
  • Leads Associates by conducting regular store meetings and communicating operational direction and initiatives with a focus on the Total Store and OMNI business. Drives engagement, recognizes and rewards accomplishments and provides opportunities for professional growth. Develops all associates and identifies high-potential associates, providing training and development to increase capability.
  • Job Responsibility #7
  • Demonstrates Company values by holding Associates accountable through timely, honest, specific and respectful performance feedback and corrective and disciplinary action. Builds and manages relationships with supporting functions within the store and district (e.g. District HR Managers, etc.).
  • Job Responsibility #8
  • Complies to all Company standards and procedures when handling all merchandise, including but not limited to: alcohol, ammunition, narcotics, and high-ticket. Ensures appropriate cash controls, handling as much as $250,000 per day.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Consumables Assistant Manager?

The primary responsibility is to support the Store Manager in managing store operations, driving profitable sales, and ensuring friendly, helpful service while leading Associates according to Company guidelines.

What are the key tasks of the Consumables Assistant Manager related to sales?

The key tasks include driving profitable sales through achievement of sales goals, budget management, and analyzing sales and financial reports to respond to market changes.

How does the Consumables Assistant Manager contribute to customer service?

The Consumables Assistant Manager serves customers as an ambassador by greeting them, seeking feedback, resolving complaints, and modeling friendly and helpful customer service approaches for Associates.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Consumables Assistant Manager position?

The minimum qualification is being 16 years or older. There are no other specific minimum qualifications listed.

What does the role involve regarding community engagement?

The role involves supporting store initiatives to serve the community, participating in community events, and developing relationships with key community groups.

How does the Consumables Assistant Manager handle asset protection and safety?

The Assistant Manager executes and monitors asset protection and safety controls, maintains quality assurance standards, and ensures compliance with Walmart policies and procedures.

Is there any preference for prior experience or qualifications?

There are no specific preferred qualifications listed, but having experience in management or customer service would be beneficial.

What is the work location for this position?

The primary location is 2960 Kingsway Dr, Fairview Pk Sc Kitchener, ON N2C 1X1, Canada.

What support does Walmart provide for applicants and associates with disabilities?

Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

What financial responsibility does the Consumables Assistant Manager have?

The Assistant Manager ensures appropriate cash controls and may handle cash transactions of up to $250,000 per day.

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Mission & Purpose

Walmart Canada operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving 1.5 million customers each day. Walmart Canada's flagship online store, Walmart.ca, is visited by more than 1.5 million customers daily. With more than 100,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada's largest employers and is ranked one of the country's top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada has made a commitment to regeneration – focusing on equitable opportunity, sustainability, community, ethics and integrity. Since 1994, Walmart Canada has raised over $650 million to support communities across Canada.