Regional Leader

Aplin; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a District Manager to lead operations across multiple retail locations in southern Ontario. This full-time permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced operations leader to drive business strategy and enhance customer experiences. The successful candidate will oversee store performance, collaborate with various departments, and develop talent pipelines while enjoying a casual and energetic work environment. With a flexible hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding company.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible/hybrid work schedule

Energetic work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operational leadership in a multi-site retail environment.
• Strong people leadership skills and ability to manage diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional store operations focusing on improvement and consistency.
• Monitor store performance through audits and KPI tracking.
• Drive customer experience improvements and build strong teams.

Skills

Operational Leadership

People Leadership

Communication Skills

Technology Proficiency

Retail Experience

Education

Business Degree

Post-secondary Education

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Ontario, Canada

Sector: Leisure & Sport

Salary: 90,000.00 CAD to 100,000.00 CAD per annum

Our client, a rapidly expanding national retailer, has partnered with Aplin in the search for a District Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operations leader to drive business strategy across multiple locations in southern Ontario. This is a full-time permanent opportunity and will require regular travel to regional locations throughout the year.

Please note that the successful candidate must reside in the GTA, Mississauga, or Hamilton.

Benefits & Perks:

• Compensation: 90k-100K
• Comprehensive benefits
• Flexible/hybrid work schedule (50% travel requirement)
• A casual, energetic work environment

Responsibilities:

• Lead regional store operations with a focus on continuous improvement and brand consistency.
• Monitor and enhance store performance, ensuring efficiency through audits and KPI tracking.
• Collaborate across departments to align strategies and resolve challenges.
• Drive customer experience improvements, reducing wait times and fostering engagement.
• Build strong teams through performance management, coaching, and leadership development.
• Oversee hiring and training of store managers and create talent pipelines for new locations.
• Develop evaluations, goal-setting initiatives, and development plans for all locations in the region.
• Liaise with corporate headquarters on marketing initiatives to grow presence in local market.

Qualifications:

• Business degree or related post-secondary education
• 5+ years of operational leadership experience in a multi-site retail environment
• Demonstrated people leadership skills with an ability to manage diverse teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an influential and collaborative leadership style
• General proficiency with technology including MS Office
• Previous experience in entertainment or sports-related industries is an asset

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.