Senior Retail Operations Advisor, HABS

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Senior Retail Operations Advisor, HABS on a permanent basis on our Home and Building Solutions (HABS) team. 

This position is a hybrid opportunity and can be based in Saskatoon, SK or Regina, SK. Although you will not be required to come into the office on a regular basis, the job will require you to travel to local Co-ops across Saskatchewan up to 70%. 

Join a dynamic team driving profitable growth across HABS operations in Western Canada. As a Senior Retail Operations Advisor, you’ll be a strategic partner to Local Co-ops—coaching leaders, optimizing sales and profitability, and executing key initiatives aligned with FCL’s HABS Vision and Strategy. From contractor center design to succession planning, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of retail home and building.

What you’ll do:

• Drive budgeted sales for assigned Local Co-ops by identifying opportunities, creating action plans, and coaching managers on execution.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance EBITDA for priority locations through operational reviews and leadership support.
• Oversee renovations, expansions, and new store setups, including merchandising, CASM placement, and grand opening coordination.
• Ensure compliance with merchandising standards, store layouts, and image guidelines to optimize customer experience and sales.
• Share feedback on local market conditions, pricing, and promotions while acting as a link between Local Co-ops and Home Office.
• Identify future leaders, coordinate training programs, and assist in creating long-term succession plans with HR teams.

Who you’ll work with:
You will work closely with Local Co-op Management to encourage full support and execution of FCL strategic initiatives and programs. You will also work with fellow Zone Lumber Operations Advisors and Zone Operations leadership to support and help implement overall location HABS operational, sales and profitability objectives. You will report into the Manager, HABS Operations. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration, expertise, and results.

Why it matters:
Our team helps to build Western Canadian communities by providing leadership to Co-op Home Centres that benefits local consumers and contractors.

Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Sales & Marketing and:

• Have 6-9 years of progressively responsible experience in retail management with direct exposure to hardware and/or building materials.
• Have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, or marketing (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.

• Long-term car rental that is fully covered by us to accommodate the expected travel.

• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member. 

• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by December 4, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.  FCLLP

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete drug and alcohol test, drivers abstract, and a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies. 

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opp