Assistant Service Manager – West at Canadian Tire — NeverHard

Location : Waterloo, ON Job Type : Fulltime Salary : $20.00- $24.00 Per Hour Canadian Tire Stores encourage all applicants to verify job opportunities by visiting the official Canadian Tire careers website at canadiantirestores.ca before submitting personal information or applications. Are you looking for a job where you can learn, meet people, have fun, share your ideas and help customers in a family and diverse work environment? Would you like to join one of Canada”s most iconic and trusted companies? We’re 100 years young and we need you!! Job summary As a member of the store”s Management Team, the Service Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Automotive Service Centre team by ensuring that the department operates efficiently with friendly and informed staff to offer the ultimate customer experience to build customer trust and loyalty. Reporting to the Store Manager/General Manager/Associate Dealer, the Service Manager works collaboratively with the Associate Dealer to establish sales objectives, cost controls and strategies for growth and profitability in the Automotive Service Centre. Benefits An amazingly friendly team Continued career opportunities Profit-sharing (conditions apply) Employee discount Diverse, inclusive and safe working environment Work-life balance Flexible work hours Ongoing training and learning Scholarship opportunities Reward and recognition program Group benefit plan (conditions apply) On-site parking Public transportation nearby Free coffee Working for an employer that”s involved in the community Working for a locally owned business And much more!! Responsibilities Foster a culture that values excellent customer service. Maintain the quality of the department”s presentation to ensure customer expectations are met. Achieve sales goals, productivity and customer service targets set by the Associate Dealer. Develop and implement a long-term strategy and action plan to attract and retain customers. Review and implement Service Centre policies and procedures. Plan and manage work and projects while considering team skill levels, customer wait times and the availability of parts and equipment. Train, supervise, assist, coach, encourage, motivate, inspire and support team members in their departmental operations. Manage team members” performance, provide informal and constructive feedback, and recognize achievements and efforts. Prepare work schedules that meets business needs while working withing budget guidelines. Communicate and ensure compliance with company, store and department policies, as well as health and safety programs and regulations. Keep abreast of best practices and key factors impacting the Service Centre business. Ensure that there is a training structure and that professional development strategies are implemented within the Automotive Service Centre. Help with the store opening and closing responsibilities. Assist in selecting and orientating new employees. Resolve issues and conflicts while ensuring customer satisfaction and employee satisfaction. Build and maintain rapport with internal and external customers or vendors as required. Requirements / Skills Supervisory, leadership and/or managerial experience or relevant experience Ability to work shifts (days, evenings, week-ends and holidays) Excellent knowledge and understanding of automotive service and financial principles Excellent knowledge of market trends and competition in the automotive service industry Entrepreneurial, results-oriented and team-oriented Approachable Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to plan, organize, communicate, delegate and follow-up team”s activities and projects Valid driver”s license for province of employment Ability to find solutions to problems, adapt and cope with challenging situations and make difficult decisions Ability to handle physical demands including standing/walking for 8 hours while frequently lifting and carrying items, using a ladder, twisting, turning and reaching Ability to work effectively with auto parts ordering systems and computerized work order systems Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Experience in a Canadian Tire store (asset) Knowledge of COSTAR (asset) Our store is dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace by providing a work environment free from barriers where no one is denied opportunities for reasons unrelated to their abilities. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. Salary: $20.00- $24.00 Per Hour Vacancy Type: Existing Job Type fulltime