Wadena Co-op Association is hiring a Lumber Manager in Wadena, SK.
Who we are:
Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.
What you’ll do:
Assist in leading and supporting the Home Centre team in all areas including day-to-day operations; short-term/long-term planning while maintaining a positive, teamwork-inspired, safety conscious environment.
Oversee lumber and yard operations to include compliance with organizational standards (brand, image, merchandising, asset protection, etc.) and legislative standards (employment standards; safety standards).
Assist in achieving budgeted goals through pricing, sales, margins, expense and inventory control, etc.
Provide leadership to the lumber and yard team, including recruitment, performance coaching/management, goal setting, training & development.
Assist with preparing and presenting detailed and competitive quotes, materials takeoffs, and project packages using estimating software and in-store tools.
Carry a keen interest (and keep current) in building materials, home improvement trends and a general knowledge of building codes.
Develop and maintain strong customer relations through regular interaction with customers and contractors while resolving customer concerns promptly.
Support the tendering process and/or project quotes by providing quantities, costing/pricing and descriptive information associated to the overall building project.
Provide product recommendations to improve design quality, efficiency and structural integrity as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Why it matters:
Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.
Who you are:
You enjoy the retail and construction environment and have the following:
Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in the home and building or construction industry with at least three (3) years of progressive leadership experience
Construction accreditation, solid understanding of construction methods and experience estimating and project quoting is essential for success in this role.
Class 5 Drivers License
Willing to obtain applicable certifications (examples: Forklift, First Aid, OHC I, OHC II, WHMIS, etc.)
A shared belief in the Wadena Co-op’s values of: Pride, Integrity, Customer Service & Teamwork
What we offer:
Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.
Apply online or at the or contact Wadena Co-op HR Advisor at ohs.wdcoop@sasktel.net for more information.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
