Job Description

Who we are

The 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 believe

Our 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 Det'on Cho Group may be just what you are searching for.

What you will do

NorthBest 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 Life

Reporting 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

Bachelor's 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 Offer

Salary Range

: Negotiable based on experience


In 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 Apply

Online website


In-person: 3rd floor-Det'on Cho Building 901 Sikyea Tili

CLOSING DATE: March 07, 2025