Overview

We are seeking a talented retail leader to join our Sobeys Store in Portage la Prairie, MB. The successful candidate will initially serve as a Candico Store Manager, leading day-to-day operations while gaining hands‑on experience in strategic planning, talent management, and operational excellence.

Upon successful completion of performance milestones and evaluation requirements, this position may lead to consideration for a future Franchise Owner/Operator opportunity, subject to business needs and approval processes.

*An initial significant investment will be required as a Franchise Owner/Operator. This will be discussed and disclosed to the successful candidate.

- Lead and create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profit
- The ability to encourage and endorse community activities and involvement

- Responsibility for the total store talent management by creating a coaching and development culture that embraces a passion for food

- Provide direction and leadership for an entire store location of 75+ employees
- The future opportunity to operate your own business, with the support of a corporate network

Job Requirements

- Proven track record of business success

- Solid business and financial acumen

- Superior leadership and communication skills

- Experience leading and building teams

- Full knowledge of retail operations throughout a total store





- Adherence to provincial Occupational Health & Safety and Food Safety guidelines

- Adherence to brand standards

- Minimum 3-5 years of experience leading people and teams in a retail environment

- Post‑secondary education preferred

- Knowledge and experience that will ensure the efficient operation of a business to achieve all financial targets and key performance indicators

- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

- Employment credit and background check required

We offer teammates competitive total compensation packages that will vary by role and location. Some websites share our job opportunities and may provide salary estimates without our knowledge. These estimates are based on similar jobs and postings for general comparison, but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by our organization.

We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

Sobeys is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.

📌 Management - Candico Manager Store II (Portage la Prairie)
🏢 Sobeys
📍 Portage la Prairie