District Manager

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. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.