Store Manager

Amherst Co-op Country Store

17 Lawrence Street

Experience the Co-op Country Difference!

Atlantic Co-op Country Stores (ACCS) has four locations across Nova Scotia. Our Amherst location requires.

Store Manager

If you are looking for an exciting fast-paced work environment and have a passion for agriculture large and small, we have an opportunity waiting for you.

We are looking for a Store Manager to strive to create a welcoming environment for our member/customers, responding to inquiries, supervising a team and managing the day-to-day operations. Do you have experience in retail management, processing sales transactions, being a product and service expert, and more?

Key Highlights of this role

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn for enhanced customer interactions.
• Passion for the retail agriculture industry to build rapport and promote product knowledge.
• Effective resolution of customer and team member concerns to ensure satisfaction.
• Using your leadership skills, you will be able motivate, develop and grow your team.
• Your entrepreneurial spirit, drive and dedication will be key to promoting an efficient store operation.

Why Co-op Country?

• Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• Structured work schedule, supportive and safe work environment, career growth and development.
• Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, vision benefits, and a matching pension along with an Employee Assistance Program.

Day to Day responsibility

• Outstanding customer service skills with a genuine desire to deliver excellent customer service experiences.
• Greet and direct customers with a professional and enthusiastic attitude to achieve positive outcomes.
• Answer incoming calls while handling customers inquiries, concerns, or questions.
• Can provide product knowledge information to customers in a confident and friendly manner.
• Understanding of general office duties.
• Efficient and detail-orientated data entry skills are required.

Qualifications and Success

• You're interested in the retail agriculture industry and like working within a high-energy, fast-paced team environment.
• You have exceptional customer service skills.
• You have 2 years' experience in customer service, sales and supervising a team.
• You have a demonstrated understanding of the farm, feed, pet retail/related industry and an aptitude for learning product knowledge.
• Effective problem-solving, planning, and organizing skills.
• You like being active throughout your day and have no problem lifting 30-55 lbs as needed.

Our Inclusive Culture

At Co-op Country Stores, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

If you are interested, please apply at [email protected]