Assistant Manager Store Setup and Renovation - Internal 0001 Head Office

Assistant Manager Store Setup and Renovation - Internal

Full-Time • 0001 Head Office
As a valued London Drugs family member, the opportunities for career growth are unlimited! Here is a great chance for you to grow your skills and experience. Our Richmond Head Office currently has opportunities for:

Assistant Manager Store Setup and Renovation 
 
Reporting to the Manager Store Setup and Renovation, this position is responsible for the set-up of new store locations, renovations and relocations, as well as servicing the business needs for store fixturing and accessories. 

The successful candidate should also possess the following:

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE:
  • Strong understanding of retail store operations.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills. 
  • Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. 
  • Project management experience is an asset.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal. 
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Ability to effectively problem solve as required.
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
  • Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities. 
  • Ability to exercise professional judgment, delegate and follow-up.
  • Ability to use power tools, drill, saw, etc. to install assorted fixtures around the store.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Follow date listing and open stores on time.
  • Control all costs as they are related to new store openings.
  • Order fixtures for new stores and maintain inventory of existing fixtures.  
  • Keep floor plans of all stores current in conjunction with Retail Store Development.
  • Manage hours of work for all fixture crew.
  • Coordinate with Business Unit Managers and the merchandising crew for new store set up. 
  • Ensure product is ordered and arrives from the warehouse in a timely fashion.
  • Ensure logistics are in place to handle volume of product at store level i.e. set up receiving, etc.
  • Ensure store set up crew are focused and on task according to date listing.
  • Re design fixture requests to maximize space and minimize cost associated with store openings.
  • Install fixtures and assorted Plexiglas shelves, signs, bulletin boards etc. 
  • Coordinate the trades to ensure all critical dates are met, and work closely with the London Drugs Retail Store Development Department to ensure an accurate deficiency list is created.
  • Act as a representative of the Retail Operations, Retail Store Development and Merchandising departments when working on store set-ups. 
  • Participate in the Retail Store Development Steering Committee.
  • Ensure Health and Safety standards are adhered to daily.
  • Ensure location is secure at all times.
  • Monitor email and respond to store requests.
  • Misc. projects for the Operations Department as they arise.  These projects are Operational in nature usually dealing with logistics and merchandising.
This Full time position is primarily Monday to Friday with occasional weekends.  

If you are a well organized, self-motivated, individual who has a positive attitude, a desire to support Company initiatives, and a commitment to achieving Company objectives, then we have the opportunity for you to excel! 

If you are interested in exploring opportunities but not sure where to start, talk to your Manager about this posting or email ksorby@londondrugs.com with any questions you have about this role. 

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. 




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London Drugs offers advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits program including:

Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family
Ensuring you and your family are taken care of
Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses
Lifelong learning
Employee Family Assistance Program
Free confidential counseling
Company matched RRSPs
Helping you plan for your future
Health & Wellness
Enjoy discounted memberships with Goodlife Fitness
Employee Recognition Program
Tangible rewards for great work!
Employee Discount Program
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