Market Leader (Newfoundland) – Dollarama – Saint John’s, NL

Dollarama is seeking a driven Market Leader based in Saint John’s, Newfoundland to oversee the operations of 2–5 stores. This is a critical leadership role responsible for daily operations, people development, merchandising, recruitment, financial reporting, and long-term growth strategies across a multi-store market.

Reporting directly to the Regional District Manager, the Market Leader drives store profitability, builds strong teams, and ensures excellent customer experiences. If you are a seasoned retail leader with a strong track record of results in high-volume environments, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

About the Role

As Market Leader, you’ll manage a “home” store while guiding Assistant Store Managers and Store Managers at other locations. You will balance operational oversight with strategic planning, ensuring labor optimization, merchandising excellence, and compliance with safety standards. From opening new stores to coaching high-performance teams, you’ll be at the forefront of Dollarama’s growth.

Key Accountabilities

• Direct operations of 2–5 stores, ensuring strong leadership and consistent execution.
• Develop business plans, financial reports, and strategies to drive sales growth and margin gain.
• Oversee scheduling, labor costs, and resource allocation aligned with budgets.
• Ensure inventory counts and replenishment are accurate and timely.
• Lead recruitment, training, and retention of managers and associates.
• Open new store locations and implement best-in-class operational practices.
• Develop and motivate teams through mentoring, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct store visits and evaluations to ensure customer satisfaction and safety compliance.
• Promote Dollarama’s values in profitability, growth, and employee treatment.

Job Details

Requirements

• 5+ years of retail management with proven growth and results.
• Experience in high-SKU, fast-turnover environments.
• Strong leadership skills: coaching, mentoring, motivating, and developing teams.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Comfortable “rolling up sleeves” to deliver results and resolve challenges.
• Organizationally astute with strong business acumen.
• Willingness to travel and flexibility to work evenings/weekends.

How to Apply

Are you ready to lead multiple stores and accelerate Dollarama’s growth in Newfoundland? Apply now via the official careers portal.

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