Overview
operations and Administrative Assistance Jobs in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada at Chicken Delight of Canada Ltd
Title: operations and Administrative Assistance
Company: Chicken Delight of Canada Ltd
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Supply Chain & Vendor Management
Supplier Relations: Manage and maintain professional relationships with all food and equipment suppliers.
Product Innovation: Identify and source new food products to keep the menu competitive in the Canadian market.
Supply Chain Oversight: Monitor the entire product delivery lifecycle to ensure no disruptions to store inventory.
Market Trend Analysis: Maintain detailed Excel tracking of chicken weights and price trends to forecast and manage market fluctuations.
Vendor Negotiations: Periodically review supplier contracts to ensure the best pricing and quality for the franchise network.
Franchise & Corporate Operations
Stakeholder Meetings: Lead regular meetings with franchisees and suppliers to align on brand goals and operational changes.
Operational Audits: Conduct weekly field inspections (minimum of two stores per week) to ensure strict adherence to brand standards.
Compliance Monitoring: Ensure all locations follow provincial health, safety, and labor regulations across Canada.
Reporting: Prepare and submit accurate operational reports to the Head Office based on store visits and audit findings.
Liaison Role: Serve as the primary point of communication between store managers, franchisees, and the corporate office.
Marketing & Sales Strategy
Promotional Development: Design and distribute new promotional flyers every two months to drive customer traffic.
Sales Analysis: Perform deep-dive analyses of sales data and "product velocity" to determine which items are performing well.
Local Store Marketing: Assist franchisees in implementing local marketing initiatives to grow their specific territory.
Menu Engineering: Suggest adjustments to the menu or pricing based on the recorded price trends and sales velocity.
Financial & Business Consulting
P&L Consultation: Review Profit & Loss statements with franchisees to identify areas for cost savings (e.g., reducing food waste or optimizing labor).
Profitability Coaching: Provide actionable advice to franchise owners to improve their bottom-line margins.
Growth Planning: Assist in the operational setup and "New Store Opening" (NSO) process for upcoming locations.
