Dealer Support Coordinator Student - Canadian Tire, Ontario

Responsibilities of a Dealer Support Coordinator Student

The Dealer Support Coordinator plays a vital role in the operational execution of the Dealer Changeover process across Canadian Tire Retail and Party City locations. This position coordinates key administrative and logistical activities across the full Changeover cycle, including communication, documentation preparation, milestone tracking, and issue identification. The coordinator also supports data collection and validation for inventory and asset evaluation, ensuring adherence to established policies and maintaining consistent execution standards across all store transitions, helping to make Canadian Tire operations seamless.

• Support the preparation, execution and monitoring of communication to Associate Dealers throughout the full Changeover cycle to maximize Dealer preparedness and the level of accuracy and efficiency in the changeover process.
• Develop and maintain store‑specific critical paths, including tracking actions, stakeholders, and timelines throughout the Changeover cycle.
• Prepare financial documentation related to assets to inform the transaction and finalization process.
• Support data collection, entry, and verification for inventory, fixed assets, and the overall Changeover process.
• Work collaboratively to continuously identify and implement process improvements required to increase efficiency, consistency, accuracy, and quality of work through an AI lens.

Qualifications for Success

To succeed in this Dealer Support Coordinator role, candidates should possess a strong foundation in business principles and a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving. Clear communication skills and comfort with data are essential for supporting the changeover process effectively.

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary program in Business, Commerce, Data Analytics, or a related discipline
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, processes and technologies quickly
• Comfort working with data – gathering, organizing and performing analysis to support actions
• Proficiency with MS Office and Google sheets
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly to suggest new ways of working improving efficiency and streamlining workflows
• Problem-solving mindset and initiative in identifying errors and opportunities to improve processes
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment
• Collaborative approach when working with team members across functions
• Professionalism, reliability and a positive attitude
• Respect for confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately

About Canadian Tire

At Canadian Tire, we are deeply committed to fostering the growth of our student employees. We provide a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and offers key experiences to help students develop their capabilities through meaningful projects and objectives. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, agility, growth, and innovation, reflecting our investment in building a talented, diverse workforce for the future of Canada and Canadian Tire. We also prioritize ongoing communication and relationship building with our student employees throughout their educational and career journeys.

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies, with over 1,600 retail locations and more than 90 Owned Brands. We are innovators and entrepreneurs, driven by outcomes, and committed to inclusion. We invest in new technologies and products, and in top talent to drive the company forward, helping to make life in Canada better for our customers and employees. Joining Canadian Tire offers wide-ranging career opportunities within a company that values collaboration and personal responsibility.

What's on Offer

Canadian Tire offers a comprehensive package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees, including competitive compensation and various programs to help you thrive.

• Competitive pay (typical hiring range between $23.00 and $37.00 CAD Hourly)
• Career growth opportunities
• Product discounts
• Supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy
• Canadian Tire Profit Sharing (for eligible employees)
• Retirement and savings programs (for eligible employees)
• Enhanced flex benefits program, including mental health benefits of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families
• Total well-being and mental health tools and resources for all employees