Franchisee in Training - Quebec

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. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about retail and motivated by meaningful work that makes a real impact. This posting is part of our talent pipeline for future opportunities and is not linked to an immediate vacancy. If your application is a match for an upcoming role, a member of our team will reach out when a position becomes available.

Franchisee in Training - Quebec

Giant Tiger is a proudly Canadian-owned retailer committed to being Canada's place to save more. We're seeking future franchise store owners who thrive in retail and want to lead their stores with passion and a vision. Our Store Owners are leaders who shape their store’s identity, drive success, and positively impact their communities.

We're looking for entrepreneurial leaders eager to grow their careers and make a difference. Our Franchisee Development 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!

• 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 regions that are open in Quebec are:
  Thetford Mines, Shawinigan Region, St-George, and North Shore:
  Berthierville to Trois-Rivieres. Generally, work will take place within 100km of that region unless applying to stores outside the region after completing the program.

• Competitive salary reflective of market rates, with added performance incentives
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Comprehensive training and continuous learning
• Paid Vacation Time
• Flexible Health Benefits as of day 1
• Employee discount at Giant Tiger Stores
• Linked In Learning Subscription
• Parental Leave Top Up Program
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Post-secondary Bursary Program for children of employees

Complete all training modules and assigned projects during the Franchisee Development 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

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in retail environment with at least 1 year in a leadership 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
• French is required in the French speaking provinces/regions

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

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