Sales & Ops Assistant Project Manager

Groupe Dynamite; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Retirement plan

Insurance

Employee discount

Sample sales

Flexible vacation

Job summary

Groupe Dynamite is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support operational projects related to new store openings, renovations, relocations, and closures. The role involves frequent travel to assist across locations and ensure corporate standards are followed.

You will provide guidance to field teams, manage schedules, training, staffing, and events while maintaining budget accountability. Fluency in French and English is required for daily supplier and stakeholder communications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a leadership role in retail or project management.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to document processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual French and English required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders.
• Passport must be valid for travel.
• Flexible schedules and ability to handle last-minute changes.
• First aid certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various locations and countries to ensure corporate standards and policies are followed on all projects.
• Provide support to field teams during store openings, renovations, relocations and closures, including scheduling and staffing.
• Act as the gatekeeper of corporate standards and policies for assigned projects.
• Serve as the main operational contact for cross-functional partners on projects.
• Organize and lead calls with cross-functional teams (pre, during, post).
• Coordinate tasks and deadlines with partners to ensure successful project completion and post-project operations.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Stakeholder management

Time management

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the OPS Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for supporting the operational projects related to new store openings, renovations, relocations, and closures by applying and improving corporate processes. You will be required to frequently travel to support different initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Travel to various locations and countries to ensure corporate processes, standards, and policies are strictly followed throughout the duration of all assigned projects;
• Provide comprehensive support and guidance to the field team during store openings, renovations, relocations, and closures, including managing schedules, training, staffing requirements, events, and corporate tools;
• Act as the gatekeeper of corporate standards and policies for assigned projects;
• Serve as the main operational point of contact for all cross-functional partners for assigned projects;
• Organize, communicate, and lead calls with cross-functional partners (pre, during, and post project);
• Coordinate and follow up on tasks, deadlines, and pending actions with cross-functional partners to ensure successful project completion and development in the post-project phase;
• Manage post-project operations for new store openings, renovations, relocations, and closures;
• Provide feedback to optimize current processes;
• Participate in creating dynamic tools to support the business operations;
• Maintain full accountability for respecting the assigned budget, including travel and expenses;
• Support other operations initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3+ plus years of experience in a leadership position in retail and/or project lead;
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability in documenting processes;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Be able to manage delicate situations and conversations;
• Thrive in the face of change with a strong sense of urgency and take a proactivelead on decisions;
• Adept at leading and delivering under pressure;
• Respect tight deadlines;
• Challenge the status quo by contributing impactful ideas and solutions;
• Build partnerships and prioritize collaboration;
• Proactive mindset with a proven track record of exceeding expected results;
• Hold a valid passport;
• Comfortable working flexible schedules and managing last-minute changes;
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required for daily communication with suppliers,employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec;
• First aid certification will be considered as an asset.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…

No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.