Assistant Store Manager – Dollarama – London, ON

Dollarama is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join their team in London, Ontario. If you have a background in retail management and enjoy leading a team in a fast-moving environment, this could be a solid next step in your career with one of Canada’s most recognized retail chains.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Store Manager to keep daily operations running smoothly — from managing staff and overseeing inventory to ensuring merchandising standards are consistently met. When the Store Manager is away, you step up as the Manager on Duty, keeping the store on track and your team focused.

About the Role: Assistant Store Manager

As an Assistant Store Manager at Dollarama in London, you’ll play a key part in the store’s overall success. Your day-to-day involves supporting operations, coaching team members, and making sure company policies are clearly communicated and followed. You’ll also take an active role in recruitment and onboarding of new employees, helping to build a strong and reliable team.

Keeping inventory counts accurate and timely is a core part of this position, as is maintaining proper merchandising practices on the floor. You’ll need to stay organized, lead by example, and communicate effectively with both your team and store leadership. A comfort level with physical tasks such as ladder use, lifting, and stocking is also expected in this hands-on retail role.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a starting hourly wage of $19.30. Dollarama is a well-established and growing Canadian retailer, offering employees the stability and structure of a national brand with opportunities to develop within the company.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Store Manager at Dollarama wears many hats. From overseeing the team day-to-day to ensuring the store meets operational and merchandising standards, your work directly impacts the customer experience and the store’s performance. Here’s what you can expect to be doing regularly:

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing all daily retail store operations
• Act as Manager on Duty (MOD) whenever the Store Manager is unavailable
• Communicate and enforce company rules and regulations across the entire team
• Oversee inventory counts to ensure they are completed accurately and on schedule for proper resupply
• Uphold merchandising standards by ensuring established practices are consistently followed on the sales floor
• Participate in recruitment and training activities for new team members
• Organize priorities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced retail setting

Requirements / Skills

Dollarama is looking for a candidate who brings proven retail experience and genuine leadership ability to the table. The right fit for this role is someone who can stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly with their team, and take ownership of store results. Here’s what they’re looking for:

• Minimum 2 years of retail industry experience is required for this position
• Team management experience — you should be comfortable leading, coaching, and directing staff
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Effective communication and leadership skills to guide a diverse team
• Comfort with physical tasks including ladder use, frequent movement, and heavy lifting
• Availability to work 40–50 hours per week, including days, evenings, and weekends
• Flexibility to travel within an assigned region as needed
• Legal authorization to work in Canada

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to access Dollarama’s store position application form. Have an up-to-date resume ready in PDF, JPG, or DOCX format before you begin.

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