Temporary Assistant Store Manager

At Kent Building Supplies, we believe that strong, inclusive leadership drives success. We’re looking for an Assistant Store Manager who is ready to take ownership of store operations, lead a diverse team, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
This role offers a competitive salary with eligibility for annual bonus incentives.
As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the store, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for both customers and team members. Leading the sales floor : Driving sales performance : Implement strategies to meet sales targets, promote key products, and support team members in achieving goals.
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and training to help team members grow and succeed.
Delivering excellent customer service : Resolve customer concerns with empathy and efficiency, ensuring a positive experience every time.
Managing inventory and shrink : Monitor stock levels, conduct regular counts, and maintain inventory accuracy across departments.
Using retail systems effectively : Leverage tools like Microsoft Office, Kronos, and D365 to manage scheduling, inventory, and customer interactions.

• 5+ years in retail management
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Comfort with technology and retail systems
• A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning Flexibility to work a variable schedule based on retail business needs

Employee and Family Assistance Plan
Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP Matching, and PTO benefits
Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.