Franchisee in Training

Who We Are:

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Our store teams are the heart of our mission, making sure every customer has a great experience and finds the products they need at/compiler at the right price.

We’re looking for friendly, driven leaders who love retail, enjoy developing people, and want to grow their careers beyond store management – this posting represents a current opportunity to join Giant Tiger as a Franchisee‑in‑Training.

We're looking for entrepreneurial leaders eager to grow their careers and make a difference. The Franchisee in Training Program offers hands‑on training with experienced operators, exposure to diverse markets, and the chance to manage your own store upon completion. Mobility and commitment to community are key. If you are ready to take charge of your own store, we want to hear from you!

Successful candidates will complete their training within the Edmonton region, not limited to the exact cities listed in the title.

• Working hours:
  
  Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
• Travel:
  Must be willing to travel within the assigned region. Occasional overnight travel to our Home Office in Ottawa as well as other stores will be required.
• Region:
  The specific store within the region will be discussed during the first interviews, and generally, work will take place within 100 km of that store unless applying to stores outside the region after completing the program.

Complete all training modules and assigned projects during the Franchisee in Training Program.

Engage in formal mentorship to develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills.

• Participate in in‑store experiences with leaders and their teams.
• Shadow current Franchisees across various regions in Canada.
• Work closely with staff and interact with customers in the community.
• Gain hands‑on experience in:
  • Store Management
  • Staff Management
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Community Engagement

• University or College salty certification in Business Administration, Retail Management, Operations Manager, a related field or equivalent years of retail experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a retail environment with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Ability to coach and lead teams, with the flexibility to adapt leadership styles to meet the diverse needs of team members.
• Strong basic computer skills with a willingness and ability to quickly learn new software, systems, and adapt to GT procedures.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey ideas clearly, actively listen, and foster productive dialogue in both written and verbal forms.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to efficiently manage tasks, schedules, and projects.
• Dedicated to community engagement, demonstrated by active participation in non‑profit initiatives, recreational sports teams, and/or local organizations.

• Experience utilizing sales reports and customer feedback to interpret business trends and strategically enhance sales performance.
• Visual merchandising
  
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• Prior experience with Workday or similar people management/scheduling platform.
• Bilingualism in French and English.

$72,000.00 - $

Competitive Compensation:
The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.

You’re eligible for a bonus opportunity equal to 16% of your eligible earnings during the Franchisee‑in‑Training (FIT) program. There are no individual or business performance measures, and payment is contingent on successful completion of all FIT program requirements.

Access to our flexible, cost‑shared health and dental benefits (available on hire) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days.

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