Management | Assistant Store Manager/Grocery Manager - FT

Peninsula Co-op is a Vancouver Island-based co-operative with a mission to build strong communities and to benefit its member-owners. With approximately 450 staff, Peninsula Co-op operates 17 retail fuel and convenience centres, 10 liquor stores, 3 commercial card lock and home heating outlets, and a full-sized food store. The Co-op generates approximately $300 million in annual sales and donates over $500k each year to local charities. The business is highly regarded, financially strong, and has developed a loyal member following. The Co-op remains locally owned and proudly shares profits with its 127,000 member-owners, community, and staff.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Peninsula Co-op is seeking an experience and driven Assistant Store Manager / Grocery Manager at our Food Centre located at 2132 Keating Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC. This is a full-time, permanent position that bridges strategy and day-to-day operations, supporting the overall success of the Food Centre while developing strong, capable teams. Our ideal candidate has the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weeknights, and weekends, ensuring strong leadership presence across the operation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Supporting the Operations Manager, Food, you will play a key role in ensuring the Food Centre runs efficiently, delivers strong results, and remains customer-ready at all times, with a primary focus on grocery and front-end operations. In the absence of the Operations Manager, Food you will step in to provide leadership support across the site, helping maintain operational continuity and day-to-day performance.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports and oversees execution of business plans, budgets, and operational strategies
• Drives performance through key levers including pricing, promotions, merchandising, and labour
• Supports Department Managers in achieving sales, margin, and expense targets
• Reviews financial performance, identifies trends, and provides recommendations to improve results
• Monitors competitor activity and market trends to support business decisions
• Ensures consistent execution of merchandising standards and strong in-stock positions
• Supports cross-department coordination for promotions, seasonal programs, and product execution
• Builds and develops high-performing teams, strengthening bench strength and succession
• Coaches and supports leaders to deliver on people, service, and operational expectations
• Support resolution of customer, operational, and team-related issues
• Maintain a safe, compliant, and well-run environment

WHAT YOU BRING

You have 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in retail or grocery environments, with a strong track record of supporting operational performance and delivering results through people. You bring hands-on experience leading teams, coaching and developing leaders, and supporting day-to-day operations while maintaining a focus on service, consistency, and execution. You understand how to balance people, product, and place, and are comfortable stepping in to support multiple departments as needed. You are comfortable presenting to groups; and able to communicate ideas effectively in team settings.

You have experience working with budgets and key performance indicators, using data to identify trends, provide recommendations, and support decision-making. You are organized, adaptable, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our target salary range for this role is $70,000 – $103,000 annually. The starting salary will be determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, experience, and internal equity. In addition, Peninsula Co-op offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• Great careers and long-term opportunity for personal and professional growth
• Profit sharing
• Pay for Performance bonus four times a year
• 4 weeks’ vacation
• 6% matched Pension
• Excellent Group Health Benefits (Extended health, Dental, Disability, EFAP, life insurance)
• Educational assistance & tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness reimbursements (gym membership, yoga class, art classes etc.)
• Social events (Sporting events and concert tickets, company outings)
• Volunteer opportunities supporting our local community events and charities!

HOW TO APPLY

On-line through Indeed, or at www.peninsulaco-op.com. If you have any questions reach out to Martha - Manager, Talent Acquisition and Development at 778.351.6538