Assistant Store Manager – Dollarama – Oshawa, ON

Dollarama is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join its team in Oshawa, Ontario. If you have a background in retail and enjoy leading a team in a fast-moving environment, this could be the right next step in your career. As one of Canada’s most recognizable retail brands, Dollarama offers a stable, growing workplace where operational excellence matters every day.

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

About the Role: Assistant Store Manager

The Assistant Store Manager at Dollarama plays a key part in the day-to-day management of store operations. You’ll help enforce company policies, guide team members, and ensure inventory counts are handled accurately so shelves are properly stocked and customers find what they need. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends people management, operational oversight, and retail best practices.

You’ll also be involved in recruiting and onboarding new employees, helping to build a capable and motivated team. Dollarama values consistency, and it’s your job to make sure every team member understands and follows the standards that keep the store running efficiently and safely.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a wage range of $19.30 to $20.30 per hour. Work schedules are determined based on store operational needs, and availability for days, evenings, and weekends is required. Dollarama is a well-established and growing Canadian company, offering a stable employment environment for those looking to build a career in retail management.

Responsibilities

As an Assistant Store Manager at Dollarama in Oshawa, your day-to-day responsibilities revolve around supporting store operations, guiding your team, and ensuring company standards are upheld at all times. This role demands both organizational ability and strong interpersonal skills to keep things running at a high level.

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing all daily retail store operations and act as Manager on Duty in their absence
• Communicate and enforce company rules and regulations to ensure all team members understand and follow them consistently
• Oversee inventory counts in a prompt and precise manner to facilitate proper resupply of goods and minimize stock gaps
• Ensure merchandising practices are followed throughout the store to maintain a well-organized and visually consistent shopping environment
• Participate in recruitment and training activities for new employees, helping to build a skilled and reliable team
• Organize priorities effectively and manage time efficiently across multiple simultaneous responsibilities
• Lead by example in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication and team leadership at all times

Requirements / Skills

Dollarama is looking for a candidate who has direct experience in retail management and is comfortable leading a team in a structured, high-volume setting. The ideal applicant is organized, adaptable, and able to make confident decisions when it counts.

• Minimum two years’ experience in the retail industry is required
• Team management experience is essential for overseeing daily staff operations and performance
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to efficiently manage time and competing priorities
• Good leadership and communication skills to guide team members and relay company expectations clearly
• Availability to work 40–50 hours weekly, including days, evenings, and weekends based on store needs
• Physical comfort with ladders, repetitive movement, and heavy lifting as part of the daily work environment
• Flexibility to travel within the assigned region when required
• Legal authorization to work in Canada

How to Apply

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

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