Assistant Store Manager

At Kenny U-Pull, we take pride in giving used vehicles a second life. Our 27 auto recycling yards across Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia are backed by 400+ employees who are passionate about reinventing the market for used cars and helping to create a greener environment for generations to come. Since 2008, we have recycled over 1 million vehicles and counting! 

Kenny U-Pull is a division of American Iron & Metal (AIM), a recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry, with more than 125 site locations, 4000 employees worldwide and over 3.5 billion dollars in yearly sales.

We are currently looking for a motivated individual to join our team in Ottawa, ON. As Assistant Branch Manager, you will work under the direction of the Branch Manager. You will manage a team, oversee day-to-day operations and ensure that exceptional customer service is delivered while meeting corporate objectives.

What you’re responsible for: 

• Promoting a welcoming and safe workplace;
• Applying environmental and Health & Safety rules and procedures;
• Assist the Branch Manager with monthly Health & Safety audits; 
• Supervise daily operations such as scheduling, sales and production targets; 
• Support employees by participating in daily tasks and operational initiatives;
• Assist the Branch Manager in employee communications.
• Work in collaboration with various internal partners in the follow-up and application of business processes;
• Carry out, with the Branch Manager, quarterly evaluations of hourly employees;
• Perform various administrative tasks (cash deposits, employee payroll, schedules, etc.);
• Support the Branch Manager in the process of recruiting, welcoming and integrating new employees;
• Act as ambassador in any organizational change and play an active role in the roll-out to your branch. 

To join our team: 

• You have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in customer service;
• You have a minimum of one (1) year experience in a management role;
• You have a college or university diploma;
• You have experience in retail or automotive sales (preferred);
• You are able to empower employees;
• You are able to successfully delegate tasks and follow up; 
• You are a problem solver; 
• You are collaborative and team-oriented;

What we offer!

• A competitive salary starting at $56,000/year + annual bonus
• AIM Tuition Assistance Program! 
• Vacation, benefits and RRSP matching program 
• 24/7 access to virtual health care 
• A new pair of steel toe boots from day 1
• Exclusive employee discounts on parts from any Kenny U-Pull yard