NOFRILLS Owner-Operator

Loblaw Companies Limited • Brampton, ON

10d • CA$60,000 - CA$75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The NOFRILLS Franchise Academy is a full-time, immersive development program designed for experienced grocery and retail leaders who aspire to become NOFRILLS Owner-Operators. This program combines operational leadership, business strategy, mentorship, and hands-on store experience across the NOFRILLS network. Successful completion positions candidates to pursue future NOFRILLS franchise opportunities. This opportunity is ideal for established grocery and retail leaders who are ready to grow beyond traditional management roles and are motivated by the opportunity to lead a business of their own.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of progressive leadership experience in grocery, retail, or food operations
• Strong operational and financial management experience, including labour, shrink, inventory, merchandising, and P&L accountability
• A proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Strong business acumen and decision-making capability
• A customer-first and community-focused leadership approach
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a long-term interest in business ownership
• Flexibility to travel during the program and relocate for future franchise opportunities
• Ability to participate in a full-time national development program
• Willingness to travel and relocate based on business needs and franchise opportunities
• Successful completion of background and credit checks
• Personal investment capital of $50,000 available

Responsibilities

• Strengthen operational and financial leadership capabilities
• Gain exposure to high-performing NOFRILLS stores across Canada
• Learn directly from experienced Owner-Operators and business leaders
• Lead projects that contribute to store and banner performance
• Build a deeper understanding of the NOFRILLS operating model
• Develop the skills required to successfully operate your own business

Benefits

• Full-time salary
• Comprehensive total rewards
• Structured operational and leadership development
• Mentorship from experienced NOFRILLS Owner-Operators
• Exposure to national initiatives and strategic projects
• Ongoing coaching and development support
• Opportunity to operate a NOFRILLS location
• Established and proven grocery business model
• Operational, merchandising, and marketing support from Loblaw
• Enterprise-backed financing support for start-up costs
• The ability to make a direct impact within their local community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed