About the role

Franchisee-in-Training at Giant Tiger developing retail management and leadership skills. Responsible for store operations and community engagement while completing training in Outaouais region.

Responsibilities

Complete all training modules and assigned projects during the Franchisee in Training Program.
Engage in formal mentorship to develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills.
Participate in in-store experiences with leaders and their teams.
Shadow current Franchisees across various regions in Canada.
Work closely with staff and interact with customers in the community.
Gain hands-on experience in: Store Management, Staff Management, Administration and Reporting, Community Engagement.

University or College certification in Business Administration, Retail Management, Operations Manager, a related field or equivalent years of retail experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in retail environment with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
Ability to coach and lead teams, with the flexibility to adapt leadership styles to meet the diverse needs of team members
Strong basic computer skills with a willingness and ability to quickly learn new software, systems, and adapt to GT procedures
Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey ideas clearly, actively listen, and foster productive dialogue in both written and verbal forms
Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to efficiently manage tasks, schedules, and projects
Dedicated to community engagement, demonstrated by active participation in non-profit initiatives, recreational sports teams, and/or local organizations
French is required in the French speaking provinces/regions (bilingualism in French and English is required for this role as the Franchisee In Training would have to speak to both English and French-speaking customers)