Director, Finance Operations, Franchise

Loblaw Companies Limited • Brampton, ON

75d

About The Position

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. Make an Impact Where It Matters At Loblaw, we are committed to helping Canadians Live Life Well?. As a key finance leader within our supermarket division, the Director of Finance – Operations will play a critical role in supporting the financial and operational success of our franchise business. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape financial strategies that directly impact our franchise partners, retail store performance, and customer experience across our grocery banners.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in a senior finance or business partnership role, ideally with experience supporting franchise operations in the retail, grocery, or consumer packaged goods sector.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP, Hyperion, and other financial systems; advanced Excel and data modeling skills.
• Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to work with and influence franchise partners, operations teams, and senior leadership.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights that drive business performance.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and execute financial strategies that support franchise operations and long-term growth across our Super Market banners.
• Franchise Partner Support: Function as a key finance liaison to our franchise partners, providing data-driven insights and financial guidance to help them achieve their operational and profitability targets.
• Operational Finance Excellence: Partner with operations leaders to identify efficiencies and drive improvements across store-level operations, merchandising execution and other key functions.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Lead comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis, and business performance reporting for franchise-related activities.
• Team Leadership: Build and inspire a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and innovation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with functions including merchandising, operations, business development, and analytics to ensure financial alignment across strategic initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director