2024 Generation Next winner Tanveer Azmat (Q&A)

Tanveer Azmat

Store Manager, Food Basics #895 in Brampton, Ont., Metro 

Starting as a part-time clerk at Food Basics 21 years ago, Tanveer Azmat has enjoyed learning all aspects of the grocery business. In managing several stores in highly ethnic regions and competitive markets over the last eight years, he has demonstrated a knack for leadership and adaptability, increasing sales and improving customer satisfaction by homing in on the right kinds of products for each store’s community. Azmat’s current store finished 7% over budget and doubled sales of ethnic products this year.

As Food Basics West Division Store Manager of the Year for 2024, Azmat admits to having high standards for himself, even early in his career. “When I first started working, I would complete tasks and always ask my supervisor what to do next,” he says. “They would challenge me with new situations and departments, and I exceeded expectations.” A strong advocate for training and mentoring, Azmat enjoys helping young employees and new assistant store managers grow and succeed. “When they move up in the organization, that’s a proud moment for me, too,” he says. 

See the full list of Generation Next 2024 winners profiles.

Profiles were first published in the December 2024 issue of Canadian Grocer