Job Description

Who We Are: Cornerstone Co-op is a locally owned cooperative committed to serving Eastern Alberta from our home offices in St. Paul and Vermilion. With a history that stretches back over 100 years and over 32,000 members, Cornerstone Co-op is a diverse and thriving organization nearing annual revenues of 200M. Cornerstone\xe2\x80\x99s 450 team members believe in serving the needs of our members and customers through exceptional service, quality products, variety, selection, and value. Over the last decade, Cornerstone has invested over 55M in capital projects and has become a leader within the Cooperative Retailing System with new, bright, and state of the art facilities. Cornerstone is more than a name; our Co-op is committed to being a cornerstone of the community through volunteerism, donations, and equity payments amounting to $10,000 per day in the communities we serve. What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Do: Cornerstone Co-op is recruiting for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) based in Vermilion, Alberta. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO leads Cornerstone Co-op towards achievement of a board-approved vision by developing and implementing a business strategy that fully leverages the organization\xe2\x80\x99s capabilities by creating conditions in which team members can contribute to the full extent of their potential.

• Lead the development and implementation of a board-approved strategic direction and strategy for Cornerstone Co-op as well North Corridor Co-op via a recent management agreement. Oversee appropriate integration across all operations and business lines, evaluating opportunities for diversification, and ensuring alignment to the vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Ensure the financial integrity and wellbeing of the organization by taking overall responsibility for financial governance, risk management and the health of the Co-operative.
• Oversee acquisition and merger opportunities, diversification strategies and other long-term capital projects.
• Oversee the safe, sustainable, and efficient operations of the organization and lead the innovation of processes and services.
• Drive targeted growth of sales and performance to improve profitability and overall customer experience.
• Lead a high-performing, adaptive team through transformational change initiatives, by communicating the mission, vision, values, and strategic direction of the organization with the goal of inspiring a diverse workforce to achieve Cornerstone Co-op\'s strategic business plans.
• Build trust through visible leadership, transparent reporting, and seeking and responding to feedback.
• Ensure Cornerstone Co-op has an effective relationship with the Board of Directors by identifying priorities, issues and strategic challenges within the organization and ensuring consistent and clear communication.
• Work closely with the CRS in maintaining a mutually beneficial relationship.

Additional details will be provided to candidates selected for interviews. Community: Cornerstone\xe2\x80\x99s trading area is home to the communities of St. Paul, Vermilion, Wainwright, Elk Point, Mannville, Dewberry, Two Hills, and Provost, with a combined population of over 100,000 people. This historic region boasts provincial parks, lakes, and trails for all outdoor enthusiasts as well as sport and leisure facilities. Unlike many rural locations, the area is home to three post-secondary institutions in Lakeland College, Portage College and Blue Quills University. For more information on Cornerstone\xe2\x80\x99s communities please visit the links below! https://www.vermilion.ca/en/index.aspx# https://www.stpaul.ca/ https://wainwright.ca/ Who You Are: You have proven executive leadership experience within the retail sector with solid business acumen in retail operations, finance, marketing, human resources, and administration. You have been successful in executing a growth strategy within a large multi-location organization.

• You have 15+ years of management experience in several retail commodities (e.g., food stores, gas bars/convenience stores, petroleum, agriculture, and pharmacy) with 10+ years of senior leadership experience focused on large teams and capital projects.
• You have a general knowledge of co-operatives and familiarity with and belief in the Co-op Principles.
• You have experience working with and reporting to a Board of Directors.
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong understanding of the financial aspects of the business including risk management, profit, and loss, mergers and acquisitions and diversification.
• You are honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.
• You have a relevant degree or diploma (a combination of education and/or experience may be considered).

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop, and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. If selected for an interview, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience for all to allow you to be at your best. If you require accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please submit a confidential request by contacting the Supervisor, Talent Acquisition at (587)-340-4473. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. Please note you may be required to undergo a background checks and substance test in accordance with Cornerstone Co-op policies. If you share our commitment to community, combined with a fresh, innovative vision for our future, please send your resum\xc3\xa9 in confidence by December 18, 2023. If you require support to apply for this opportunity, please contact us at matthew.cennon@fcl.crs.