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PRINCESS AUTO - POSITION DETAIL

Winnipeg - Home Office - Buyer, Outdoor

Location:	Winnipeg, MB - Home Office
Job Type:	Full Time
Close Date:	08/22/2014
Professional Areas:	Merchandising
Salary Range:	based on qualifications+ benefits+ profit sharing
Description: Different kinds of people, for a different kind of company. The Retail world is increasingly competitive, and “standing out from the crowd” remains an ongoing challenge. At Princess Auto, we strive to be Unique…in our product selection, our Team Members and in our Leadership. We share information. We value opinions and collaboration from all our people across the company, regardless of position or scope of responsibility and work as a collective team in a supportive environment. We strive to provide “Royal Service”, our high standard of serving not just our Guests, but each other, and it is a philosophy we embrace and demonstrate every day. Our strength is in our people. In fact, we call our employees “Team Members”, and our managers “Leaders”. We all work together towards a common goal: to make Princess Auto a better company. About Princess Auto Princess Auto is a Canadian based Multi-channel Retailer with a Global Vision. We serve the home, shop, and industrial markets by providing a Unique Blend of quality products, services, and value based solutions to our Guests through an outstanding shopping experience. With our Home Office located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, our team is over 2000 strong! We own and operate 36 Retail Stores from coast to coast and support our stores through two distribution centers located in Winnipeg, MB and Milton, ON. In addition, we are building a strong business in E-commerce with the addition of a dedicated E-commerce Fulfillment Centre. Position Summary The Buyer (Outdoor) is responsible for driving sales through effective category management. The Buyer (Outdoor) will plan and select a range of products, services and programs to be sold in stores and on-line while considering customer trends, customer buying patterns, market trends, and store foot-print/layout. As the successful candidate, you will act as an integral member of the Merchandising team and help to create an environment that supports Princess Auto’s vision, mission, values and business objectives. Responsibilities Researches, sources and recommends potential new products and vendors Manages and optimizes existing products and services Ensures products meet corporate standards of image, brand integrity and profitability Negotiates and creates buying/marketing plans for products Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders Selects promotional feature products and establishes quantity and pricing Ensures promotional projections meet expectations Reviews event and promotional sales numbers for future planning Works with stores and vendors to create sales materials Evaluates product sales and determines the future of underperforming products Considers tactics such as bundling items, pricing and product features to optimize inventory turns Identifies top selling products and works cross-functionally to determine sufficient inventory Maintains regular and seasonal products Responds to requests on items such as product labeling, inventory, bulk pricing, product information, and parts Communicates new product details and item updates to stores Participates in Show and Sell, Product Knowledge Sessions, Leader Counsel Meetings and Royal Service Schools Updates database with product information Participates in various special projects as required Travels to current and potential vendors and tradeshows to examine products for immediate purchase Provides effective and highly visible leadership to Team Members including coaching, development and mentorship Qualifications 5 years’ experience as a Buyer with a national or regional retail chain Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP) designation is an asset Experience using Heiler Product Management is an asset Ability to negotiate effectively Ability to leverage consumer information and effectively monitor competitive activities Excellent written and verbal communication Strong analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Occasional travel is required What our Unique World can offer you: Competitive wage Generous, company-funded, comprehensive benefits Profit Sharing Company Pension Plan Group RRSP Company-paid leaves Discount at our retail stores Free parking Training and personal and professional development Opportunities for advancement and a positive and supportive workplace Are you ready to join us? If you have a service oriented mindset and a passion for buying, then we want to meet you! If you are interested in becoming a part of our Unique World, please click on Apply.

Job Vacancy - EAL Coordinator

Job Posting English as an Additional Language Co-ordinator Mosaic – Newcomer Family Resource Network is a not for profit agency assisting in the settlement of newcomers to Winnipeg by providing community-based English as an Additional Language classes that include child care for pre-school aged children Job Overview The EAL Co-ordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of EAL classes in several community locations. The position involves staff support and supervision, programme management, student advocacy and liaison between the programme and the community host site. The EAL Co-ordinator is responsible for all community sites; Fort Richmond, Fort Garry, River Heights, and Downtown. This position requires travelling to all sites. Role and Responsibilities Program Maintenance and Learner Support: • Provide support to EAL Teachers including resource materials, distributing theme related resources, assisting in the acquisition of materials, assisting with challenging classroom issues • Provide information and referral for learners and staff • Student intake including registration and appropriate class placement, waitlist management, communication with all student referrals • Work with childcare co-ordinator to ensure adequate childcare spaces are available if needed • Provide an orientation for new students and gather information required by CIC in a confidential manner • Monitor student attendance, follow up on student absences and leaves of absence ensuring adherence to agency policy • Act as a liaison with host organizations • Organize field trips and guest speakers, in collaboration with Lead teacher • Ensure that the general program needs of teachers and students are met • Administer student feedback sessions 2 – 3 times per year, collate and submit feedback reports • Submit monthly financial claims and bi-weekly staff time sheets in an accurate and timely manner • Provide student support letters for EIA, Daycare subsidy, Child Tax Benefit Review, and Citizenship Staff Supervision: Recruit and supervise EAL Teachers, and Teacher substitutes • Provide supervision to EAL Teachers including annual class visit and feedback sessions • Submit payroll information to Accounting on a bi-weekly basis Administrative Duties: • Input student data into the iCARE system, or supervise the data input • Participate in team meetings with all programme staff • Submit quarterly activity report to the Executive Director • Report on the number of available seats on a monthly basis to WELARC • Maintain the student wait list ensuring adherence to agency protocols Qualifications: • English as a Second Language Teaching Certificate from a TESL Canada certified institution • EAL classroom teaching experience • Knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks • Knowledge of Portfolio Based Language Assessment • Knowledge of the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program • Supervisory experience • Strong interpersonal, organizational, leadership skills • Exceptional written and oral communication skills Experience working with newcomers in an EAL setting • Experience working with children and families • Knowledge of community resources including immigrant serving agencies and resources for immigrants • Sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of immigrants • Ability to work independently and be self-direct • Ability to work cooperatively in a non-profit and volunteer based organization • Valid Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Chec • Access to a vehicle and ability to travel within the city mandatory (mileage compensation available) Job Details: • Location: Based at 397 Carlton Street, must have the ability to travel to community sites • Schedule: 35 hours per week. The Co-ordinator is required to be available at various program sites from Monday – Friday. The current contract with Citizenship and Immigration Canada ends March 31, 2014, however the contract will be renewed as of April 1, 2014. Pending confirmation of funding, this will be a 52 week per year position. The anticipated start date is January 13, 2014. • Salary: $25.25 per hour to start + benefits How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé by email no later than 12 noon January 2, 2013 to: Val Cavers Executive Director Mosaic – Newcomer Family Resource Network 397 Carlton Street Winnipeg, MB R3B 2K9 Phone: 204-774-7311 Mobile: 204-451-0135 vcavers@mosaicnet.ca www.mosaicnet.ca

CAREER  OPPORTUNITY

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Employment Solutions for Immigrant Youth

Employer Liaison/Workplace Coordinator

We are currently seeking a committed and flexible individual for full time employment requiring strong public relations, communication and interpersonal skills.  Applicants must be: innovative, able to work as part of a dynamic team, possess solid background in sales and marketing and be aware of current labour market trends and business climate in Winnipeg.   

The Employer Liaison/Workplace Coordinator:

ü  Must possess post-secondary diploma or degree from an accredited institution in Social Sciences and a strong background in sales and/or marketing; an equivalent combination of skills, education and experience will be considered;

ü  Strong computer skills, including word processing, database applications, and Internet research;

ü  Possess a strong results-oriented approach, with advocacy and marketing skills and the ability to work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals;

ü  Display strong awareness of labour market trends, its fluctuations, high demand occupations and employment opportunities;

ü  Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive and mutually beneficial relations with individuals, corporations, government, labour and community-based organizations;

ü  Must demonstrate ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines, while performing tasks efficiently and independently and as a part of a dynamic culturally diverse team;

ü  Demonstrate self-reliance, initiative and a strong sense of commitment to creating partnerships and promoting opportunities for youth to attain employment;

ü  Must be client-service oriented and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; with the ability to relate and empathize with the needs of immigrants from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds;

ü  Must possess own transportation, be able to work within a flexible schedule and demonstrate readiness to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic multi-tasking environment;

The Employer Liaison will be responsible for connecting with employers to identify work placement and training opportunities that match the skills and interests of program participants. Close monitoring and follow up of all participants is key to successfully managing a diverse caseload of clients thus, maximizing their potential to become self-sufficient contributing members of Canadian society.  Due to the critical nature of this position, the Employer Liaison must be a self-starter, with excellent planning & time management skills and a commitment to achieving outcomes. 

The program offers compatible wages.  Interested applicants must submit resumes with a cover letter, stating position and qualifications by no later than January 25, 2013.

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Fatima Soares, Executive Director

Employment Solutions for Immigrants, Inc.

271 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba

 R3B 2A8

frontdesk@manitobastart.com