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