More than just retail. Come make a difference.

The Alaska Commercial Company currently has exciting opportunities for full-time, permanent employment in retail stores across the North. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team where your experience and work ethic is appreciated and rewarded. With The Alaska Commercial Company, you’re encouraged to learn and grow on the job and to explore the beauty and the culture of the communities in which we live and work.

The Alaska Commercial Company offers rewarding experiences and unique opportunities for growth.

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Taxable housing accommodations (no pets allowed in this location)
• Relocation package

Your Responsibilities:

In your role as a Store Manager, at Alaska Commercial Company (ACC), you bring your high-level retail experience and excitement to lead and develop a team, and make a difference, at ACC. As a Store Manager, you’re a hands-on manager of our store operations, and you possess strong organizational and delegation skills.

• Achieve budgeted sales, gross profit and expense lines within each department and total store
• Analyze competitor’s strengths and weakness and communicate to head office
• Establish and maintain favorable store and corporate community relations
• Enforce company policies and procedures in all aspects of the organization, and ensure all personnel understand/ comply with all state and federal rules, regulations, and laws
• Ensure meeting the store and equipment maintenance standards to maximize operating efficiency and preserve the security of all corporate assets
• Meet maintenance standards for the store and equipment to maximize operating efficiency and preserve the security of all corporate assets
• Select, train, supervise, evaluate and develop all department supervisors and key personnel to ensure their attainment of a high level of productivity
• Conduct daily and weekly walkthrough/meetings with all department supervisors and key personnel to determine any necessary action to maintain/elevate store standards

Skills and Qualifications:

• Preferred minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Store Manager or General Manager role in a high-level grocery/ retail environment
• Degree in retail, business, or marketing-related field is an asset
• You’re happy to take on responsibility as a good team leader and remain calm under pressure, in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in retail distribution, budget planning, merchandise displays, inventory control, cost control, and revenue generation
• Your approachable demeanor makes you a fantastic team leader and mentor
• You effectively prioritize duties and pay close attention to detail, aiding your strength in overseeing stock control and receiving orders
• You’re innovative, creative, commercial, and dynamic with high levels of enthusiasm to succeed, strengthening your ability to communicate at all levels
• You drive a culture that empowers your colleagues to strive for excellence for their customers, and you know how to make changes quickly and effectively
• You’re a role model to your colleagues and community

Location: Kotzebue, AK
Reports to: Director of Operations

Housing Guidelines:

Company-provided housing is intended for employees and their immediate family members only, defined as a spouse or partner and dependent children. Most housing units have an occupancy limit of four individuals. Exceptions will be reviewed and must be approved in advance by the Director of Operations.

Pet Policy:

Due to the remote nature of our locations, limited housing options, and restricted access to veterinary care, pets are generally discouraged. Pet requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by the Director of Operations. In communities where pets are permitted, there is a firm limit of two pets per unit—no exceptions. Service animals are permitted in accordance with applicable laws.

We’d love to hear from all workers motivated to thrive professionally and personally while making a difference in the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CANDIDATES MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO RURAL REGIONS OF ALASKA. RELOCATION ARRANGEMENTS WILL BE MADE AND PAID FOR BY THE ALASKA COMMERCIAL COMPANY.

ACC is a growing company with a long history of serving rural Alaskans. For more than 150 years, we have provided groceries and general merchandise to the people of Alaska. As was true more than 150 years ago, our stores continue to be a vital center of local community life. In 1992, the company was purchased by The North West Company (NWC) from then owner The Commercial Enterprise Development Corporation of Alaska. This acquisition by NWC made the combined companies the largest North American rural retailers and one of the largest employers in the State of Alaska. Learn more about ACC: alaskacommercial.com

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

Acting with integrity • Fostering excellence • Respecting others • Working collaboratively • Being accountable

ACC is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates, including but not limited to all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

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