Canadian Tire Corporation is looking for an Associate Manager, Store Operations to join their team in Toronto, Ontario on an 18-month contract basis. This is a high-impact role within the Best Practices team, where you'll help shape how retail operations are designed, delivered, and sustained across one of Canada's largest retail networks.If you're the kind of person who thrives on turning complex operational challenges into clear, actionable solutions, this role is built for you. You'll work cross-functionally with Dealers, field managers, and corporate teams to build programs that improve productivity, customer experience, and store performance at scale.About the Role: Associate Manager, Store OperationsReporting to the Manager, Store Operations Best Practices, this position is responsible for leading the creation, sustainment, and deployment strategy of operational best practices across Canadian Tire's national store network. You'll work alongside Retail Execution Field Managers and corporate cross-functional teams, and you'll help facilitate workshops and meetings with the Store Operations Dealer Committee to prioritize and develop in-store processes.The role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution — developing operational plans, tracking program performance against KPIs, and ensuring that current initiatives are adopted smoothly at the store level. Strong communication and stakeholder management are central to how this role operates day‑to‑day.Benefits and SalaryThe target salary range for this position is $68,000 to $75,000 CAD annually, depending on experience, skills, and other role‑specific factors. Canadian Tire offers competitive compensation, store discounts, access to the Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. The company's enhanced flex benefits program includes mental health coverage of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families,



along with total well-being tools and resources.Job DetailsJob Type: Full-Time (18-Month Contract)Company: Canadian TireLocation: Toronto, ONRequisition ID: JR166196Date Posted: October 5, 2026Pay: $68,000 – $75,000 CAD per yearResponsibilitiesIn this role, you'll be at the centre of how operational best practices are built and rolled out across Canadian Tire's store network. From designing national programs to facilitating Dealer working groups, your day-to-day work directly influences how stores operate, what tools they use, and how effectively they serve customers. Here's what you can expect to be working on:Lead the creation of operational plans and best practices for national implementation, including scope, timelines, resource requirements, process design, and stakeholder analysisCollaborate with Dealers, Regional Vice Presidents, and Retail Execution Field Managers to establish operational priorities and drive resultsFacilitate and lead large-scale brainstorming sessions and program design workshops with Dealer working groupsProvide regular status updates to the AVP of Store Operations, Manager of Best Practices, and key stakeholders on program progressManage the development and functionality of Operational Health Checks (OE Tools)Monitor program performance against KPIs and critical success factors, and make recommendations for improvementDevelop communication materials, presentation decks, and training plans for delivery to the field team via WebEx, in‑person meetings, SharePoint, and conference callsCreate documentation, tools,



and job aids to support the rollout of best practices across all store formatsSupport current corporate programs with operational best practices to ensure smooth adoption and long‑term sustainment at store levelDocument feedback and suggestions to continuously refine and improve programs and initiativesRequirements / SkillsCanadian Tire is looking for a results‑oriented professional with deep retail operations knowledge and proven project management experience. The ideal candidate brings both strategic vision and the ability to execute — someone comfortable working across multiple stakeholder groups and comfortable leading in an environment of change. The following qualifications are key to success in this position:Minimum 5 years of progressive retail operations experience, with extensive acumen across logistics, merchandising, and eCommerce3–5 years of project management experience, with strong facilitation and presentation skillsUniversity degree in business or a related fieldStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across various stakeholder groups at different levels of the organizationStrategic thinking ability, including experience building processes and/or policy from the ground up in a corporate or retail environmentAbility to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet various deadlines with attention to detailAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office 365; knowledge and experience with Frontier is an assetExperience in eCommerce or technology fields is considered an assetWillingness to travel periodically to Canadian Tire stores across CanadaUniversity degree in business or related area. Minimum of 5 years progressive retail operations experience. 3-5 years of Project Management experience. Strong understanding of store operations including logistics, retail merchandising and eCommerce. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office 365. Knowledge and experience with Frontier. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Associate Manager, Store Operations (18 Month Contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Canadian Tire
📍 Toronto