Retail Execution Manager – Canadian Tire – Ontario

Canadian Tire Corporation is one of Canada’s most recognized retail brands, and they’re looking for a seasoned Retail Execution Manager to join their field operations team across Ontario. This is a senior-level role for a proven leader who understands the nuances of Canadian Tire’s Dealer model and knows how to drive results across a dispersed field team. If you thrive in complex, fast-moving environments and bring a genuine passion for retail operational excellence, this could be the right next step in your career.

Day-to-day, you’ll be working directly with Regional Vice Presidents, leading a team of Retail Execution Managers, and acting as a key bridge between dealers and corporate. The role demands extensive travel across the region, strong data interpretation skills, and the ability to influence outcomes even without direct authority. It’s a role that rewards people who are self-driven, resilient, and genuinely curious about where retail is heading.

About the Role: Retail Execution Manager

As a Retail Execution Manager at Canadian Tire, you’ll be accountable for championing the company’s True North Strategy and ensuring that customer-centric brand standards are applied consistently and fairly across your region. You’ll build strong partnerships with Regional Vice Presidents and serve as the primary escalation point for your team, driving accountability through regular performance tracking and structured feedback processes.

This role also carries a significant people leadership component. You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining a high-performing field team — ensuring everyone is proficient in operational programs, aligned to corporate priorities, and equipped to execute at a high level. A collaborative mindset, clear and timely communication, and the ability to create clarity in ambiguous situations are all essential to succeeding in this position.

Benefits and Salary

Canadian Tire offers a broadband salary range of $64,000 to $106,000, with a typical hiring range between $64,000 and $85,000. Final compensation depends on experience, internal equity, and market conditions. In addition to competitive pay, the company provides comprehensive benefits and retirement programs, performance incentives, continuing education support, career growth opportunities, product discounts, and mental health benefits of up to $5,000 per year for eligible employees and their families. The enhanced flex benefits program also includes total well-being tools and resources.

Responsibilities

This role sits at the intersection of field leadership and corporate strategy. The Retail Execution Manager is expected to translate high-level priorities into on-the-ground results — supporting dealers, developing their team, and ensuring every store in the region reflects the Canadian Tire brand standard. It’s a role that demands both strategic thinking and hands-on operational involvement.

• Champion the execution of Canadian Tire’s True North Strategy, keeping customer experience at the core of all regional operations
• Lead and support a team of Retail Execution Managers, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational excellence
• Partner with Regional Vice Presidents to build regional priorities and help achieve corporate objectives
• Drive team engagement and accountability through regular communication, feedback, and performance tracking
• Maintain ethical and collaborative relationships between Dealers and the Corporation
• Develop operational expertise across the team, ensuring proficiency in all programs and processes
• Provide constructive feedback on barriers to corporate program adoption and offer recommendations to key stakeholders
• Interpret data and market intelligence to gain insights and drive informed recommendations

Requirements / Skills

Canadian Tire is looking for a seasoned professional who brings deep retail operations experience and a proven track record in field team leadership. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, communicates with clarity, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves in a complex, multi-location environment.

• Minimum 10 years of operational experience in Canadian Tire or equivalent retail environment
• 5 years of people management experience, including leading field teams across multiple regions
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel extensively within the region
• Strong data interpretation skills and ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes without direct authority and lead in ambiguous environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong collaborative approach
• Understanding of retail financial levers, emerging technology, and the competitive landscape

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is current and tailored to reflect your field operations and people leadership experience before submitting.

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