General Manager Jobs

North Country Co-op invites applications for the position of General Manager (GM) to lead its diverse and innovative team in Plamondon, AB.

Who We Are

Plamondon is a small community in Northern Alberta nestled between several beautiful Provincial Parks. The Hamlet has a rich history, diverse culture, and a population of 350 with a rural population of 1,500. There are two schools, two restaurants, a boutique, a thrift store, and a Festival Center (Hall).

North Country Co-op has been serving Plamondon and area for 75 years and offers a wide range of services. The Co-op operates a large Grocery Store, Home and Agro Store, Gas Bar/C-Store, Cardlocks, and Bulk Petroleum Sites. The Co-op continues to grow with the recent acquisition of a gas bar and the expansion of petroleum services into Fort McMurray, Wabasca, Wandering River and Lac La Biche.

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. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at https//www.northcountryco-op.crs.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the General Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Co-op’s operations, in accordance with its bylaws and established financial and operational plans and policies. The GM has overall strategic, fiscal, and operational responsibility for the Co-op, including the leadership and development of the management team. Using effective interpersonal competencies and managerial strategies, the GM will work with the Board of Directors to oversee the management of the co-operative and further develop the strategy, goals, and objectives in alignment with the strategic plan. The primary responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to the following

• Operations – Overseeing the overall operation of the Co-op and ensuring the efficient utilization of resourcing and assets to achieve operational plans and business outcomes.
• Leadership – Providing leadership and maintaining a positive work environment that promotes all team members' engagement and development to support achieving desired results and a positive customer experience.
• Relationships – Building and enhancing relationships with members, customers, team members, and stakeholders.
• Strategy – Collaborating with the Board to develop a strategy aligned with the Co-op’s vision, mission, and values. Translating the strategy into the tactical direction, goals/objectives, and initiatives for the Co-op.
• Financial Stewardship – Leading the development of the Co-op’s annual operating and capital budgets and ensuring efficient operation and adherence to the budget; presenting the monthly and yearly review at monthly board meetings.

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 communities together.

Who You Are

You are a recognized leader in Business Operations and

• Have a reputation for being honest and trustworthy, results-oriented, and striving to be the best in what you do.
• Committed to building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most and recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.
• Ideally, have a degree or diploma in Business/Commerce with 10+ years of relevant experience, or a combination of relevant experience and education.
• Have strong skills in overseeing detailed department operating budgets, timelines, people, and processes.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. The General Manager role is eligible for relocation assistance. We encourage and support our Team Members financially to take advantage of learning opportunities, grow and develop, and foster a teamwork and innovation culture.

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.

Please apply online or contact us at [email protected] for more information.

This role will be posted until successfully filled.

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