The Co-operative Retailing System is a unique multi-billion dollar organization consisting of nearly 285 autonomous retail Co-ops with over 18,000 employees throughout Western Canada. Co-ops are locally owned, with their roots in the community. Not only do Co-ops share their profits with their members, but Co-ops also support their communities through donations and involvement with various associations, clubs, committees, sports groups and events.

The Co-operative Retailing System is looking for people with:

• A positive attitude
• Initiative
• Leadership skills
• Integrity in the workplace
• High ethical standards

 
The retail co-operatives and Federated Co-operatives Limited offer opportunity, success, and careers with a difference. Federated Co-op is the wholesaling arm of the of the System, and the manufacturer of feed, petroleum and forest products. The Co-operative Retailing System provides diverse career opportunities in retailing, wholesaling and manufacturing, training and development, and career advancement.

If you thrive on challenge and variety, a retailing career is a great choice. Retail co-ops vary in size and the range of merchandise they offer, but all involve an exciting combination of people and products in a competitive and ever-changing industry.


Yorkton Co-op is always on the look-out for motivated individuals who are seeking a career in the Co-operative Retailing System. Are you a student? We have programs that will vault you into success.

Post Secondary Department Manager Training Program

• Eight months of training for post secondary graduates, which is customized to the trainee's qualifications, experience and required development, in order to prepare them for a management career.
• Work terms of four to eight months to Co-operative Business Education students to complete the work experience requirements of their program.
• Management development in: Accounting, Agro, Food, Gas Bar/Convenience Store, Pharmacy.
• A mentorship learning program which provides trainees with skills and experience in the following areas: Business Planning, Budgeting/Financial Analysis, Ordering/Buying Strategies, Inventory Control, Pricing Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Merchandising, Service Management and Human Resources Management.
• A variety of training experiences in key performance areas including assignments, quizzes, progress reviews, hands-on learning, and off site seminars.
• Competitive salaries while training.
• Placement in management positions upon completion of the training program.

Eligibility

• Candidates must be students or graduates of two to four year post secondary education programs.
• Candidates must have  strong interpersonal skills with leadership potential.
• Related background experience is considered an asset.

Student Development Program

• Summer employment to students who are enrolled in a diploma or degree program.
• Career opportunities in a variety of commodity areas including: Gas Bar/Convenience Store, Food, Agriculture, Accounting, Pharmacy.
• Training for a rewarding management career.
• A customized training plan will be provided for the length of a student's work term.
• Experience and development of key management skills specific to the commodity area in which students will be working.
• Work term placements for Co-operative Business Program students.
• Offered employment and continuing management development for post-secondary graduates upon completion of their degree or diploma.
• Tuition reimbursement paid to students two years after graduation. Students are eligible to receive 75% of their final year's tuition based on full time CRS employment.

Eligibility

• Students must have successfully completed one year of a two year diploma program or two years of a degree program.
• Students must show strong leadership qualities and possess excellent interpersonal skills, along with the capability of becoming a future General Manager within the CRS.

Many of our employees started working part-time while in high school, left to pursue further education, and then returned to assume positions of even greater responsibility.

To discuss your career opportunities in the Co-operative Retailing System, contact the General Manager of Yorkton Co-operative Association Limited, or the nearest Federated Co-operatives office.