NOFRILLS Owner Operator
About The Position
The NOFRILLS Franchise Academy is a full-time, immersive experience that combines operational training, leadership development, and strategic project work to prepare you for Ownership. Through this program, you will gain hands-on experience in high-performing NOFRILLS locations nationally, receive mentorship from experienced Franchise Owners, lead operational projects and contribute to banner-wide initiatives, and develop a deep understanding of the NOFRILLS business model. Upon successful completion, candidates will be eligible to apply for franchise opportunities nationally and join a network of over 150+ successful Academy graduates who now operate their own NOFRILLS stores. NOFRILLS is committed to building an inclusive environment for all. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive leadership experience in the grocery and/or retail sector
- A strong understanding of store operations, merchandising, and financial performance (P&L, budgeting, shrink, labour management)
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams in unionized or non-union environments
- Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills
- Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial drive
- Commitment to community engagement and values-driven leadership
- Flexibility to travel across Canada during the program
- Willingness to relocate (provincially or nationally) for franchise opportunities upon training completion
- Ability to participate in a national, full-time program
- Readiness to relocate for franchise opportunities
- Successful completion of a background check is required
- Personal investment of $50,000 readily available
- Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for retail, food, and community service
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience in high-performing NOFRILLS locations nationally
- Receive mentorship from experienced Franchise Owners
- Lead operational projects and contribute to banner-wide initiatives
- Develop a deep understanding of the NOFRILLS business model
- Build meaningful connections across our national store network
- Support special projects and travel as needed
- Community engagement and local impact
Benefits
- Competitive salary and total rewards package
- In-depth operational and leadership training
- Expert mentorship and coaching
- Exposure to a proven business model and national projects
- Opportunity to own a NOFRILLS location
- Direct impact on your store's success and local community
- Enterprise-backed loans to cover start-up costs
- Business expense allowance
- Competitive, performance-based earnings model
- Ongoing operational, marketing, and merchandising support from Loblaw
- Progressive careers
- Comprehensive training
- Flexibility
- Other competitive benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
