Assistant Store Manager – Dollarama – Toronto, ON

If you’re a hands-on retail professional ready to take the next step in your career, Dollarama is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join their team in Toronto, Ontario. As one of Canada’s most recognized and rapidly growing retail chains, Dollarama offers a stable, fast-paced environment where strong leaders can truly make an impact on day-to-day store operations.

In this role, you’ll work closely alongside the Store Manager to keep everything running smoothly — from managing your team and maintaining inventory accuracy to ensuring merchandising standards are consistently upheld. Whether you’re stepping in as Manager on Duty or leading a new hire through onboarding, your contribution will be felt throughout the entire store.

About the Role: Assistant Store Manager

As the Assistant Store Manager at Dollarama’s Toronto location (M4L 3B5), you’ll be a key support pillar for your Store Manager while also being empowered to lead independently when needed. Your day-to-day responsibilities will span team oversight, inventory management, compliance enforcement, and staff recruitment and training. This is a position that rewards those who love variety and thrive in a dynamic retail setting.

Beyond the day-to-day tasks, you’ll play a vital role in building a positive, accountable team culture. You’ll be responsible for ensuring all company policies and procedures are clearly communicated and followed, fostering a workplace where every team member understands expectations and feels supported. Strong leadership, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to the customer experience are what set great Assistant Store Managers apart at Dollarama.

Benefits and Salary

This Assistant Store Manager position at Dollarama offers a starting hourly wage of $19.30. As part of a highly successful and growing Canadian company, you’ll benefit from working in a supportive environment with clear operational structures and the opportunity to grow your management career within an established national retail brand.

Responsibilities

As Assistant Store Manager, your workday is dynamic and multi-faceted. You’ll shift between supporting your team on the floor, overseeing critical operational processes, and stepping into a leadership role whenever the Store Manager is away. These responsibilities are central to maintaining Dollarama’s high standards of store performance and customer satisfaction.

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing all daily retail store operations and act as Manager on Duty (MOD) in their absence
• Communicate and enforce company rules and regulations, ensuring all team members understand and comply with established policies
• Conduct inventory counts in a prompt and accurate manner to facilitate proper resupply of goods and minimize stock discrepancies
• Uphold merchandising standards by ensuring established display and product placement practices are consistently followed throughout the store
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities, helping to hire and train new employees to Dollarama’s standards
• Organize priorities efficiently and adapt to shifting operational needs within a fast-paced retail environment
• Travel within the assigned region as needed to support store operations or attend regional activities

Requirements / Skills

Dollarama is seeking a candidate who brings retail management experience and a natural ability to lead people in a high-energy environment. The ideal person is organized, communicates clearly, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves when the team needs support. Physical readiness and scheduling flexibility are equally important in this role.

• Retail industry experience: minimum of two (2) years in a retail setting is preferred
• Team management experience: demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of retail associates
• Organizational skills: strong ability to manage time efficiently and juggle multiple priorities at once
• Leadership and communication: confident, approachable leadership style with clear and effective communication
• Physical readiness: comfort working with ladders, performing up-and-down movements, and handling heavy lifting
• Schedule flexibility: availability to work 40–50 hours per week including days, evenings, and weekends based on store needs
• Willingness to travel: flexibility to travel within the assigned region as required
• Legal authorization to work in Canada

How to Apply

Ready to bring your retail management skills to one of Canada’s most iconic discount retailers? Apply directly through Dollarama’s official job posting by clicking the button below. Make sure to attach your resume in PDF, JPG, or DOCX format (max 8MB) and complete all required fields. This is a great opportunity to grow your career with a growing Canadian company — don’t miss it!

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