Job Description

Swan Valley Co-op invites applications for the position of General Manager (GM) to lead their passionate team in Swan River Valley, MB

Are you seeking opportunity to lead strategy, governance, and financial performance, while shaping the future of a complex, purpose-driven organization? If you are a strategic people leader who is passionate about being a pillar of the community, Swan Valley Co-op has an opportunity for you! 

Swan Valley Co-op is a locally owned, community-focused cooperative serving the Swan River Valley and The Pas, Manitoba, with food, fuel, agriculture, and home centre services. With over 85 years of operations, it reinvests profits back into the community, offering membership-based equity and a wide range of services including a Food Store, Gas Bar, and an Agro Centre.

What you’ll do:

• Partner with the Board to shape and bring to life a clear, purpose-driven strategy for the organization.
• Lead and align teams across multiple locations to deliver strong, sustainable business performance.
• Steer financial health through sound budgeting, responsible investment, and thoughtful growth opportunities.
• Build and strengthen respectful, meaningful relationships with local Indigenous communities, actively supporting partnership, engagement, and a shared path forward.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and member-focused operations that reflect the organization’s values and community commitment.
• Develop and support leaders, fostering an engaged, collaborative, and high-performing culture.
• Build meaningful relationships with members, team members, partners, and the broader community.
• Champion the Co-op brand and values through visible, trusted leadership both inside and outside the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance the member and customer experience while supporting long-term success.

Who you’ll work with:

The Team: You will work closely with the Board of Directors and will have 7 direct reports within the Senior Leadership Team. This team strives to cultivate a culture of integrity, excellence, respect and community.

The Community: Nestled in Manitoba’s scenic Parkland region, Swan River offers the perfect blend of small-town living and natural beauty. Surrounded by forests, lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities, it’s an ideal community for those who enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle. Swan River is known for its welcoming, close-knit community, affordable cost of living, and strong local economy rooted in agriculture, forestry, and industry. With excellent schools, and amenities, it’s a place where you can build a rewarding career while enjoying a high quality of life.

Who you are:

You are a recognized leader in Retail Operations and:

• Have a strong background in Retail Management, areas of Agriculture or Petroleum would be considered an asset.
• Have 7-10 years of leadership experience (a diploma or degree is an asset but not a requirement).
• Strong skills in overseeing detailed department operating budgets, timelines, people, and processes.
• A reputation for being honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and striving to be the best in what you do.
• A commitment to building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. 
• Relocation assistance to support a smooth transition to Swan River and the surrounding area.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Leader. 
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit https://www.swanvalleyco-op.crs/sites/swanvalley

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via retailtalentacquisition@fcl.crs All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by June 8, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check and provide a driver's abstract in accordance with policies.

Swan Valley Co-op is here to serve our our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.swanvalleyco-op.crs