Store Clerk 2 at Midwest co-operative services – Markdale, Ontario

Midwest Co-op is currently accepting resumes for the position of Store Clerk 2. Under the direction of the Store/Branch Managers, the Store Clerk 2 maintains efficient operation of the retail store, ensuring that desired service levels are a priority. The Store Clerk 2 is responsible for delivering good customer service, supporting daily store operations, and contributing to inventory and merchandising activities. This role requires initiative, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of store products and procedures.

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP

• No responsibilities.
• May assist in guiding junior staff as directed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Promotes and maintains positive image for MCS and the store. Enhances the store’s general appearance and provides a pleasant shopping environment.
• Ensures that store merchandising is complete and current, including timely effective in-store displays.
• Ensures assigned product departments are stocked, labelled, clean and well merchandised.
• Ensures outdoor displays are clean, tidy, current and exist.
• Assists with inventory control and management.
• Orders product, receives and checks orders ensuring that quantities, quality and costing are correct and that all associated documentation is complete.
• Prices product within established guidelines, working to ensure that budgeted gross margins are achieved and improved.
• Ensures that all legislated and company policies especially with respect to handling sales, credit, sales invoices, receiving vouchers, ordering procedures, inventory, cash handling, health and safety and security are adhered to.
• Ensures maintenance of housekeeping in store, warehouse and storage areas.
• Assists with outdoor maintenance including windows and doors, snow removal, grass cutting, and flower beds if applicable.
• Conducts monthly/annual inventory counts and assists with review of variance reports.
• Maintains current working knowledge of energy, feed and crop products, programs, order procedures and invoicing.
• Assists in other areas as required.
• Maintains proper personal image and care of company assets.
• Working as part of the MCS team; Ensures that company objectives, customer service levels, employee relations and inter- branch relations are improved and promoted.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regulations for employees: use or wear any equipment, protective devices or clothing required by the employer; report any known workplace hazard to the employer or supervisor; report any known contravention of the Act or regulations to the employer or supervisor; not use or operate any equipment or work in a way that may endanger any worker. Interested employees are encouraged to attend Joint Health and Safety (JHSC) Meetings, serve on the executive and become certified workers. All employees are required to participate in the representative selection process and to complete inspections with a Certified Worker when requested

• Participate in MCS training which includes, but not limited to, the mandatory Ministry of Labour course, MCS Health & Safety Standards and Policies, and Accessibility Policies (AODA).
• May require training in other areas such as TDG, Lifting Devices, Propane Pump Attendant and Pesticide Vendor Certification
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Normally requires a high school diploma, college diploma, or equivalent, or a combination of experience and training to provide the required knowledge and skills to ensure customers receive exceptional customer service and the retail store is operated in an efficient manner while meeting budgeted guidelines.
• Proven ability to work independently, or in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of product merchandising techniques and strategies and inventory management experience are essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mostly indoors in a typical office / retail / warehouse environment with regular physical activity including lifting and carrying of product weighing up to 40kg.
• CSA approved safety boots are mandatory safety attire. Other personal protective equipment may be required to be worn such as hard hats, coveralls, safety glasses, hearing protection, dust masks, respiratory equipment, hi-vis attire and fall arrest equipment.

WHY WORK FOR US

Midwest Co-op believes that taking care of our employees is essential to our business. We are proud to offer our team competitive compensation and benefits programs including:

• Extended health coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company matched pension plan
• Yearly uniform and boot allowance
• Employee discount
• Educational assistance program
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Referral Program

For confidential consideration, qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter by end of day on Friday February 13, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process. If accommodation is required, applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance.

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