Team Leader – Dollarama – Winnipeg, MB
Location: Winnipeg, MB | Company: Dollarama
Dollarama is looking for a motivated Team Leader to join their store in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a Canadian retail leader with locations across the country, Dollarama offers a structured and fast-paced work environment where your leadership skills can genuinely make a difference on the floor every single day.
This is a full-time permanent position suited to someone who’s comfortable taking charge — supervising associates, maintaining merchandising standards, handling cash management, and keeping customer service levels high. If you’ve got retail and team management experience under your belt, this role is worth a serious look.
About the Role: Team Leader
As a Team Leader at Dollarama Winnipeg, you’ll be directly involved in the day-to-day operations of the store. That means leading and supporting a team of associates, overseeing shelf stocking and merchandising, managing daily shipments, and stepping into manager-on-duty responsibilities including breaks, time tracking, and attendance management.
You’ll also play a key role in maintaining store safety and cleanliness standards, participating in inventory processes, and contributing to employee training and performance evaluations. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to keep things running smoothly even when the store is at its busiest.
Benefits and Salary
Dollarama offers a competitive package for Team Leaders. Employees benefit from weekly pay, paid vacation and Birthday Leave, a retirement plan, and genuine opportunities for career growth within the company. Salary varies according to experience.
Job Details
📌 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (25+ hours per week)
🏢 Company: Dollarama
📍 Location: Winnipeg, MB
⏱️ Schedule: Open availability required (days, evenings, weekends)
Responsibilities
Team Leaders at Dollarama are hands-on supervisors who keep store operations on track from open to close. The role touches everything from staff supervision and visual merchandising to customer service and back-end tasks like cash and inventory management.
- Lead and supervise store associates, offering guidance and day-to-day support
- Oversee merchandising, shelf stocking, and the boxing and unboxing of daily shipments
- Maintain customer service standards and address complaints or issues promptly
- Perform manager-on-duty tasks including managing breaks, time tracking, and attendance
- Implement and uphold visual merchandising standards in line with company strategy
- Ensure store safety and cleanliness standards are consistently met
- Perform cash management and handle store opening and closing duties as needed
- Participate in inventory processes and contribute to employee training and performance evaluations
Requirements / Skills
The ideal candidate for this Team Leader role brings proven retail experience and genuine leadership ability. Dollarama values people who are organized, communicative, and ready to grow with the company over the long term.
- Minimum one year of retail industry experience — familiarity with store operations is essential
- Minimum one year of team management experience — you should be comfortable leading others
- Open availability including days, evenings, and weekends as required by store operations
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities efficiently
- Good leadership and communication skills with a team-first mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ambition to grow within the company — career progression is actively supported
How to Apply
To apply, use the official Dollarama link below to submit your application directly. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your retail and leadership experience before submitting.
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
Quick Summary & What to Highlight: This Team Leader role at Dollarama in Winnipeg is perfect for candidates who excel in retail operations, team supervision, and customer service management. On your resume, emphasize any experience with store merchandising, staff scheduling, and inventory processes, attention to detail, and your ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you’ve previously worked in retail leadership or supervisory roles, make sure to highlight specific achievements and responsibilities that align with this position.
Resume & Application Tips: Before applying, tailor your resume to match the job description. Include keywords like team leadership, visual merchandising, and retail operations that appear in the posting. Quantify your achievements where possible (e.g., “supervised a team of 8 associates” or “maintained store cleanliness standards across 200+ daily transactions”). Write a brief cover letter expressing your genuine interest in Dollarama and why you’re a strong fit for this opportunity in Winnipeg. Double-check your application for spelling errors and ensure your contact information is current.
Interview Preparation: If selected for an interview, research Dollarama‘s store model, product offerings, and company values beforehand. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to demonstrate your leadership and organizational skills. Common questions may include scenarios about managing difficult customer situations, motivating a team, and handling a busy store environment. Dress appropriately for a retail environment, arrive 10–15 minutes early, and bring copies of your resume. Prepare thoughtful questions about the role, team dynamics, and growth opportunities. After the interview, send a thank-you email within 24 hours reiterating your interest in the position.