We are currently seeking candidates for a full-time sales associate positions at our Victoria location!

Benefits - How we support you:

• Competitive extended medical and dental program
• Matching RRSP/DPSP program
• Work-life balance - most locations are closed in evenings and are usually closed on Sundays and Statutory holidays
• Opportunities for employee development through seminar and online learning options
• Employee pricing

What you Bring:

• A positive and customer service centered attitude
• A willingness to learn as you go and continue developing your skills and knowledge
• A passion for helping people find the right tool for their job
• Interest in the tool and equipment industry and familiarity with common brands
• Practical experience using the products we sell through hobby or previous work experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in a related field
• A strong understanding of the importance of task management and prioritization. This includes the ability to develop daily, weekly and monthly tasks and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Previous experience using GSuite programs like Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Keep, or Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to maximize the use of digital tools
• Prior professional development through traditional or non traditional learning paths like seminars, workshops, skills certificates, schooling, etc.
• Experience leading medium sized teams on projects, initiatives or events.
• Some relevant experience in the retail industry or in a trade

Don't meet all of the requirements? Don't sweat it! We also hire candidates with the right attitude who want to learn.

About the Position:

This dynamic and customer focused role requires critical thinking, the ability to problem solve, and support a medium sized team through day to day operations. Successful candidates will bring a drive to push initiatives forward, be interested in working in an operationally focused role and enjoy supporting a team to hit key performance indicators while providing excellent customer service.

Working in collaboration with the store manager, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring staff are providing outstanding customer service
• Becoming proficient in all areas of the store including cash and warehouse processes
• Works with other management and staff to ensure we are always focused on providing an exceptional customer experience
• Ensuring operational standards are maintained and creating strategies to increase store efficiency and profitability
• Maintaining a clean, organized and merchandised store
• Managing staff by assigning tasks and rewarding positive performance
• Assisting in performance management by answering staff questions, training, and providing suggestions to improve productivity
• Assisting with administrative tasks as required. This may include assisting with payroll processes, onboarding, health and safety compliance and other store initiatives.

Applying:

Include your resume and cover letter in your application. Tell us about your past work experiences, how you use our products, and why you would be a good fit for this position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Questions about the position or KMS Tools? Your local KMS Tools store would be happy to help. Find your closest location's contact information at www.kmstools.com/locations.

Email to: [email protected]

KMS Tools is looking for an experienced retail manager to support our Calgary store location. The management position duties include overseeing a team of 30+ employees, assisting in HR and performance management, working closely with regional managers to build sales volume and provide outstanding customer service.

Successful applicants will bring the following:

• Recent retail management experience of at least 3 years of managing teams with more than 20 employees. This includes performance management strategies, basic human resources and recruitment.
• Experience working in a related industry or extensive hobby or product usage experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft, Gsuite and Epicor systems
• A proven ability to be an effective leader either through references or education
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong understanding of customer service and the retail environment
• Strong ability to prioritize, plan, and multitask and requires minimal supervision
• A high level of attention to detail and organization

What We Offer:

• Extended medical and dental
• RRSP program for full time employees
• Employee pricing on everything we sell!
• Opportunities for growth within the company
• Great work/life balance - we are always closed evenings, Sundays and statutory holidays

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure team provides outstanding customer service in a helpful, professional manner
• Position and schedule team appropriately
• Assist with HR, performance management and recruitment
• Develop efficiencies and delegate responsibilities to team members
• Ensure team has excellent product knowledge and department expertise
• Maintain payroll at a branch level
• Monitor revenue, gross profit generation and expenditures to maximize profitability
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized and efficient store, warehouse, parking lot and yard
• Learn and become proficient with our operating system – Prophet 21 – and other various tools including but not limited to: email, web portals, phone systems, etc.
• Continually strive to gain applicable knowledge, attend training events and seminars, etc.
• Assist with any areas of the store as necessary and work special events
• Communicate professionally and accurately with both customers and staff
• Ensure buildings are properly secured at the end of each business day
• Work hard to “get it done” and have fun doing so!

If you are looking for an opportunity to join an exciting growing company in a fast paced industry, please send us a copy of your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Email to: [email protected]

KMS Tools & Equipment is looking for a retail leader to support the staff and manager at our Red Deer location. The assistant manager will oversee merchandising, sales initiatives, inventory management and perform administrative functions. You will work directly with our team on the floor and train, evaluate and reward staff in partnership with the branch manager.

To ensure success you need to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and perform your duties in a manner that maximizes productivity. Top applicants are dedicated, competent, and have strong leadership skills. Knowledge of tools and equipment and or their uses and distribution would be preferred but is not required.

What We Offer:

• Extended medical and dental
• RRSP program for full time employees
• Employee pricing on everything we sell!
• Opportunities for growth within the company
• Great work/life balance - we are always closed evenings, Sundays and statutory holidays

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure team provides outstanding customer service in a helpful, professional manner
• Assist with employee HR procedures and management
• Develop efficiencies and delegate responsibilities to team members
• Ensure team has excellent product knowledge and department expertise
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized and efficient store, warehouse, parking lot and yard
• Learn and become proficient with our operating system
• Continually strive to gain applicable knowledge, attend training events and seminars, etc.
• Assist with any areas of the store as necessary and work special events
• Maintain control of inventory and operational transactions and accuracy
• Communicate professionally and accurately with both customers and staff
• Work hard to “get it done” and have fun doing so!

Qualifications:

• Has a positive, friendly attitude and enjoys helping people
• Thrives in an engaging, fun workplace with a desire to excel
• Has exceptional communication and people skills
• Has a strong ability to prioritize, plan, and multitask, and requires minimal supervision
• Works with a high level of attention to detail and organization
• Has a strong sense of responsibility and is able to work as a team leader
• Is highly motivated to improve processes and procedures
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Has exceptional computer skills, including email and web applications. Additional knowledge of various software applications is highly valued
• Is motivated towards continuous learning and personal development

If you feel that you could be a fit, are a team player and am looking for an opportunity to join an exciting, growing company in a fast paced industry, please send us a copy of your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Email to: [email protected]