Job Description

Arcola Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Lumber Manager onsite at our Home Centre location in Arcola, Saskatchewan

If you are dedicated to delivering outstanding customer experience, have a proven track record in sales, and are talented at working both independently and as the leader of a highly motivated team then Arcola Co-op is looking for you. This position will supervise Team Members, maintain inventory and champion Asset Protection and Safety Management at the Arcola Co-op Home Centre location.

Who We Are:

Arcola Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we are built on a foundation of honesty, innovation, responsibility, and respect—values that shape how we work, how we serve, and how we grow. We believe in working together to deliver exceptional experiences for our members and guests, strengthen the success of our communities, and reinvest in sustainable growth that benefits everyone. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring the Arcola Co-op brand to life, visit us at https://www.arcolaco-op.crs

Why It Matters:

Arcola Co-op provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners in communities throughout Southeast Saskatchewan in the areas of Gas Bar, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer. Through values in community, teamwork and excellence Arcola Co-op is a strong community leader with a sustainable future. Arcola Co-op is proud to be one of the largest employers in Arcola with over 40 employees. We aim to provide goods and services that improve the social and economic well-being of our community and surrounding areas.

What You Will Do:

• Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Arcola Co-op vision, mission, and safety principles to make a difference in members’ lives, with a strong customer focused approach.
• Provide legendary service at all touch points through various communication channels.
• Assist the Home Centre team and store leadership in the following areas as assigned.
• Initiate, develop, and implement policies and innovations that will ensure the growth in sales, service, and earnings.
• Provide leadership to the team members in training, development, coaching, and performance management.
• Assist with achieving budgeted goals through pricing, sales, margins, expenses, and inventory control in each product category.
• Assist with preparing and presenting detailed and competitive quotes, materials takeoffs, and project packages using estimating software and in-store tools.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, and customers.
• Oversee adherence to brand merchandising standards, marketing efforts, and image standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of building materials, home improvement trends, and building code requirements.
• Manage in-store merchandising and promotional campaigns related to project materials and services.
• Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Champion the Asset Protection and Safety Management systems, policies, procedures.
• Perform minor repairs to assets as required.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Who You’ll Work With:

Reporting to the Arcola Co-op General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic plans and policies that drive growth in sales, service excellence, and customer satisfaction. You will inspire a collaborative, high-energy environment focused on teamwork, innovations, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Discover Arcola:

Nestled on the sunny side of the Moose Mountains, the Town of Arcola is a vibrant and welcoming community of over 650 residents. Located just 30 minutes from Moose Mountain Provincial Park, Arcola offers the charm of small-town living with easy access to the natural beauty of southeast Saskatchewan.

​Arcola is proud to be a family-focused community with a strong and growing population of young families. The local school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12, making it an ideal place to raise children in a safe and supportive environment.

Who You Are:

• You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations, Building Materials, and Customer Service and:
• You have 3-5 years of relevant experience in the home and building, hardware, construction, or retail industry, with at least 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Co-operative Retailing System experience along with construction accreditation, a solid understanding of construction methods, and experience estimating and quoting projects is preferred.
• You are creative, self-reliant, goal oriented, and can set and adjust priorities in an ever-changing retail environment.
• You possess experience in the areas of member relations, selling, health and safety, ordering, receiving, merchandising, asset maintenance.
• You have strong leadership, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to successfully motivate and work with team members.
• You have a high level of integrity and accountability.
• You have sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• You are honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You are able to strategically plan and organize both your own tasks and those of your team, delegating tasks when necessary.
• You have a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
• You are customer-focused and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-faced environment.
• You must be willing and able to obtain forklift and WHMIS certifications.
• You carry a valid Class 5 license and are available for day travel within the Arcola Co-op trading area to attend seminars, meetings, training programs and for other operational purposes.
• You have the ability to fulfill the physical tasks common to the construction industry.
• You have a flexible work schedule; some evenings and weekends are required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package and an employer matched pension plan at one of Saskatchewan’s largest companies.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop, and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

If you share our commitment to our communities combined with a fresh, innovative vision for our future, we invite you to apply online or send your resume to Rosaleen Stephen Office Manager/Admin Specialist, at admin@arcola.crs. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled.

We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us at admin@arcola.crs All information is kept confidential.

At Arcola Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.

CLOSING DATE: June 20,2026

EMAIL ADDRESS TO APPLY TO: admin@arcola.crs