Job Description

Who we areThe Det'on Cho Group of Companies is an investment company with 26 diverse companies, including (9) nine wholly-owned subsidiaries and 17 joint venture partners serving our customers in the Northwest Territories and beyond.What we believeOur core beliefs form our company culture:

• We believe work is important, and so is the ability to live your best life
• We believe profit is the inevitable result of doing the right things
• We believe skills can be trained, and attitude is everything
• We believe good teamwork makes us successful
• We believe our people should have the opportunity to grow

If you share these beliefs and are looking for a great opportunity to develop your career, the Deton Cho Group may be just what you are searching for.What you will doNorthBest Distributors LTD, a Det'on Cho Group of Companies division, has an opening for a full-time Assistant Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, the Assistant Manager plans, organizes, directs, controls and evaluates the operations of Northbest Distributors a retail wholesale establishment.A Day in the LifeReporting to the General Manager, your job duties include:

• Plan, direct and evaluate the operations of all departments.
• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold, and implement price policies
• Source and negotiate with vendors when necessary to procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Assist with planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, and monitor revenues
• Evaluate and improve customer service and respond to customer requests and issues
• Address staffing requirements, including the hiring, development and retention of staff
• Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
• Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and services to meet needs.
• Drive vehicle travel to customer accounts, conventions, and company meetings.
• Manage deliveries according to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (e.g., out-of-stock items, special order items, and low inventory).
• Engage in ongoing training sessions and assist with training new employees as requested.
• Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and suggestions, and filing reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree or diploma in business, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline or;
• A High School Diploma or equivalent with 1-2 years of retail Management experience
• B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience
• Highly organized and well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Reside or willing to relocate to the Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office, including excellent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and or the official languages of Northwest Territories will be an asset.
• Able to build trusting business relationships and customer loyalty
• Ability to conduct sales follow-up and persuasiveness
• Adaptability to changing business needs
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable
• Familiarity with Yellowknives Dene language, culture and way of life would be considered assets.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be accepted.

What We OfferSalary Range: Negotiable based on experienceIn addition to a competitive salary and a great work environment, Det'on Cho also offers a generous benefits package, including:

• Extended health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Group Life Insurance and Employee Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Matching Registered Pension Plan (RPP)
• Retirement Savings Plan and Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) optional
• Vacation, and Unpaid Personal and Sick Leave
• Career Development and Training Programs

How To ApplyOnline websiteIn-person: 3rd floor-Det'on Cho Building 901 Sikyea TiliCLOSING DATE: March 07, 2025