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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Operations Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operations Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of business processes, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, data analysis tools, and office productivity software is often required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities help you adapt to changing priorities and coordinate effectively across departments. These skills ensure smooth daily operations, efficiency, and the ability to swiftly resolve issues within the organization.

What does an Operations Associate do?

An Operations Associate supports the daily functions of a business by ensuring that processes run smoothly and efficiently. Their responsibilities often include coordinating workflow, managing inventory, maintaining records, and assisting with administrative tasks. They may also help with process improvements and problem-solving to optimize operations. Operations Associates work closely with various departments to ensure that organizational goals are met and that operations comply with company policies and industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by Operations Associates, and how can they effectively manage them?

Operations Associates often encounter challenges such as juggling multiple tasks with tight deadlines, adapting to changing priorities, and ensuring efficient communication across different departments. To manage these effectively, it’s important to develop strong organizational skills, maintain flexibility, and proactively communicate with team members and supervisors. Utilizing project management tools and regularly seeking feedback can also help in staying on top of responsibilities and continuously improving performance.

What Is an Operations Associate?

An operations associate provides support to the operations manager, either individually or as part of a team. As an operations associate, you assist with a variety of duties necessary to the basic operations of your employer, so your responsibilities depend to some degree on the industry in which you work—retail, healthcare, travel, manufacturing, or corporate offices. You handle clerical and administrative tasks, like employee scheduling, product management, and ordering supplies. You also monitor and assist with customer service, sales, and marketing initiatives.

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Store Operations Associate (Full-Time)

Giant Tiger

Brantford, ON • On-site

CA$20.60/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Who We Are:
At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We're a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Our store teams are the heart of our mission, making sure every customer has a great experience and finds the products they need at the right price.
We're looking for friendly, motivated people who enjoy helping people and being part of a team - this posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title

Store Operations Associate (Full-Time)

About This Role:

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Ensuring a high level of customer service, for assigned departments (cash, softgoods, hardgoods or grocery);

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations;

  • Training and Communicating policies and procedures to department Associates on a daily basis;

  • E.g. SKU, pricing issues, printing signs, labels, operating the RF unit;

  • Complete ordering and replenishment of merchandise;

  • Supervising a team within the assigned departments while ensuring cross-functional collaboration;

  • Ensuring execution of the GT System (policies, procedures, standards) by all Associates;

  • Takes appropriate action and provides recommendations based on analysis of assigned area;

  • Leads merchandising activities;

  • Prepare and participating in inventory management activities (e.g. cycle counts);

  • Provide input to the Store Owner/Manager into scheduling and quantification;

  • Resolving customer complaints quickly and professionally;

  • Opening and closing the store on a rotating basis;

  • Actively involved and connected with the store's local community;

  • Supporting the store owner/manager on additional tasks and projects;

  • Ensuring health and safety policies and guidelines are followed;

  • Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized;

  • Ensuring Loss prevention best practices are followed;

  • Ensuring compliance of all policies when selling Tobacco and Lottery.


What You'll Bring:

  • Proven motivator / team leader;

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

  • Effective customer service, communication and interpersonal skills (with employees, customers, vendors, other third party);

  • Exceptional planning and organizational skills;

  • Strong merchandising and analytical skills;

  • 1-3 years retail management experience or equivalent Giant Tiger experience as a keyholder.


When You'll Work:
A typical full-time schedule will consist of day shifts, two evenings per week, and alternating weekends with a schedule of 35-40 hours weekly. A typical part-time schedule will be a mix of days, evenings and weekends, up to 24 hours weekly.
Physical Demands of Position:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, you can expect to:

  • Stand and/or walk.

  • Bend, twist, and squat.

  • Lift and/or move up to 18 kg (40 lbs.).

  • Perform tasks involving firm grasping.

  • Perform repetitive tasks requiring a range of hand motions.

  • Reach above shoulder height and below waist level.

  • Operate equipment, including using a ladder.

Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.

Hourly Rate

$20.60

Annual Bonus

Bonus - Store Bonus Plan, 10% Annual

What Giant Tiger Offers:

Competitive Compensation: The expected pay rate for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.


Profit Sharing
: We provide an annual bonus opportunity equal to a percentage of your earnings, based on store performance. This percentage is listed above, under Annual Bonus.


Health Benefits and Paid Time Off
: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days.


Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.


Store Discount: Enjoy savings at your Giant Tiger store with 20% off children's, men's, and ladies' apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, housewares, and eCommerce purchases, applied at the point of sale.

Location

82 King George Road, Brantford, Ontario, N3R 5K4

Job Requisition

JR132599

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact careers@gianttiger.com.

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.

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