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DSW: Co-Manager

@ DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

Vaughan, Ontario

Contract4+ years experience
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Overview

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse is hiring a one-year contract Co-Manager to report to the Store Manager and co-lead store operations, sales, recruiting and team development. The role involves coaching associates, running operations including payroll, scheduling and loss prevention, and delivering customer experiences. The posting states pay of $67,680 to $75,000, a flexible schedule including days, closing shifts and weekends, and a 30% employee discount.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead store team and coach associates
  • Drive in-store and web sales results
  • Manage operations, payroll, scheduling and loss prevention
  • Recruit, train and develop staff
  • Deliver exceptional customer experiences

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 4 years progressive retail supervisory experience
  • Proven sales and profitability results in high-volume stores
  • Strong leadership and motivational ability
  • Computer proficiency in email, Word and Excel
  • Available for days, closing shifts and weekends

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Benefits mentioned

Employee assistancePaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityManager
DepartmentRetail
Experience4+ years
Management experience4+ years
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training

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Job description
Job Description

WILL YOUR SHOES TAKE YOU TO A CAREER AT DSW?

At Designer Brands Canada, we encourage you to be yourself and respect others for who they are. Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone’s self-expression is highly valued. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates an engaging environment for everyone. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Designer Brands (Canada) and welcome all applicants. #Canyoufillourshoes?

We’re looking for a 1 year- Contract Co-Manager for our DSW banner who will put their best foot forward.

As a Co-Manager at DSW, you will report to the Store Manager and in partnership, lead the store environment, which fosters inclusivity and diverse customer connections. In this role, you will be responsible for coaching and leading Associates and Store Management to achieve store objectives, which includes in-store sales, web orders, goals, recruiting, performance management, training, and development. Your ability to problem solve, thrive in a past pace environment, lead a dynamic team and execute on operational excellence will be key to your success in this role.

Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assumes leadership role with accountability for maximizing store business results by consistently creating exceptional Customer experiences.
  • Facilitates achievement of business results by role modelling a shopping experience that encourages uniquely responsive Customer service, compelling merchandise presentation and operational integrity that will encourage positive customer connections and loyalty
  • Lead an operationally sound business by balancing company policies, procedures, shrink/loss prevention, payroll, reporting, and scheduling
  • Recruit, manage, develop, and train top talent who have a love of shoes
  • Achieves company objectives and enhance the DSW brand image by modeling our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Authenticity/humility
  • Develops and implement agile business plans to achieve results.
  • Fosters teamwork, collaboration and change advocacy within the store and district.
  • Maintain effective, open lines of communication with Store Manager.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in progressive retail supervisory role
  • Proven success in the achievement of sales and profitability targets in large volume top doors
  • Positive and energetic team player with a strong leadership capability
  • Proven ability to motivate others
  • Proficiency in computer use, including e-mail, MS Word or other word processing program and Excel or other spreadsheet programs.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating a compelling customer experience
  • Ability to work, days, closing shifts and weekends
  • Mobile within a geographic area

Working here is a shoe lover’s dream: As a Designer Brands associate your eligible to;

  • 30% discount off at our stores on regular priced merchandise.
  • Competitive benefits package (Full Time Associates Only)
  • Paid Time Off (Personal Days & Vacation - Full Time Associates Only)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Additional benefits include monthly bonus potential, opportunities
  • 24/7 support available through our Employee Assistance Program to speak with licensed counselors, work/life specialists, legal and financial assistance, and more. \
  • Unlimited opportunity for growth and training and development programs
  • Open Door Policy and MUCH MORE

PAY: $67,680 - $75,000

This posting is for an existing vacancy within Designer Brands Canada.

JOIN OUR RETAIL TEAM AND STEP INTO A CAREER YOU’LL LOVE

At Designer Brands Canada, we encourage you to be yourself and respect others for who they are. Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone’s self-expression is highly valued. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates an engaging environment for everyone. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Designer Brands (Canada). We welcome all applicants. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need. Please advise our Human Resources team if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Some roles may use artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support aspects of the recruitment process, such as resume screening. Final hiring decisions are made by hiring managers.

To view all open positions visit our Career Page at https://careers.designerbrandscanada.com/

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