The Sweet Potato ,IT Tech/Database Manager Job Vacancy in Canada

Position: IT Tech/Database Manager
Organization: The Sweet Potato http://www.thesweetpotato.ca
Location: Toronto, Ontario

The Sweet Potato is a full service natural and local food grocery
store located in the heart of the Junction in Toronto’s West End.


PURPOSE:

To provide assistance and support for maintaining computer hardware,
software, database, networks and the general functions of the office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) DATABASE MANAGEMENT
• Enter new products into database
• Make sure that item’s sweet deals are assigned to the correct department
• Keep the database up to date with regards to price changes and new products
• Setup and maintain all t sweet deals
• Keep accurate item descriptions (abbreviation consistency) in the database
• Scan and check products in the store in an orderly rotation schedule
double checking the accuracy of the database.
• Generate in-store barcodes and maintain up-to-date list of in-store
codes for each department
• Generate in-store signage and tabs
• Maintain the database of product prices for the entire store while
ensuring appropriate department margins are applied.
• Maintain customer and employee database
• Monitor saved transactions, store product use, and promo use.

2) TECH SUPPORT & FACILITY MANAGEMENT
• Liaise with outside tech support for any problems.
• Trouble shoot software and hardware problems.
• Maintain working relationships with all outside network (phone,
internet, software, hardware) companies
• Liaise with contacts regarding facilities management, including but
not limited to Pest Control, Utility companies, Landlord, Fire
Inspection, Health Inspection, Cleaners, and Handy-people
• Liaise and coordinate routine repairs and maintenance with HVAC,
Electrical, and Plumbing
• Ensure proper operation of facilities and fixtures (refrigeration)
and liaise with contacts regarding appointments and maintenance

3) OFFICE MANAGEMENT
• Manage and maintain office supplies and store supplies
• Handle mail, post office visits, couriers, etc
• Answer and route phone calls or messages, as per qualities and
standards of Customer Service
• Prepare documents as assigned
• Coordinate HR activities including scheduling interviews, orientations, etc
• Report staff and store problems to department managers and/or owners

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent computer skills and 1-2 years database management experience
• Experience working with the public, delivering a high standard of
customer service
• Ability to handle multiple demands; calmness under pressure
• Communication skills – good listener, clear directions
• Organized, attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Willingness and ability to learn and grow to meet the changing
requirements of the job

SALARY & PERKS:
• $13/hour
• Company benefits plan & employee perks
• Progressive environment
• Store discount

TO APPLY:

Email resume and cover letter to:
hr@thesweetpotato.ca
with IT/DATA in the subject of the email.

Please put the following phrase in your cover letter, to prove to us
that you read the entire posting: “I really like brand new
carpeting!”

Closing date: December 10, 2014

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