JD Store Management - Southdale Shopping Center, Edina, MN

JD Sports Fashion • Edina, MN

1d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring store management team members for its Southdale Shopping Center location in Edina, Minnesota. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver an exceptional customer experience while contributing to sales, profitability, and company growth. The roles involve a fast-paced retail environment and require availability for opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights. Management team members must be available on weekends and holidays. The Assistant Store Manager work week is typically 44 hours across at least five days, with longer hours during peak sales periods. The Supervisor requires at least five days of availability and a minimum 30-hour work week.

Candidates should have retail leadership experience or equivalent education and experience, strong leadership and communication skills, customer-service focus, analytical ability, and proficiency with retail management software and basic computer applications. A high school diploma or GED is required. Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred. The position requires regular standing, bending, reaching, lifting merchandise, and working in a moderately noisy retail setting. Employees must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation.

Assistant Store Manager pay is $17.38–$20.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met. Supervisor pay is $15.50 per hour. All roles are eligible for the company 401(k) plan. Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or in a similar role, with a track record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
• Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Passion for customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Assistant Store Manager: open availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; a minimum standard work week of five days; and an average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
• Supervisor: availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; availability for at least five days; and a minimum 30-hour work week.
• Availability on weekends and holidays for all management roles.
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to speak English clearly to converse with customers and supervise staff effectively.
• Ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics to carry out normal business and understand corporate sales reports.
• May need to move to different locations within the company network based on operational needs and career growth.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may be required in some circumstances.
• Good vision, including the ability to differentiate colors.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team; foster a positive work environment, set clear goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
• Deliver an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and maintaining high customer-service standards.
• Drive store sales and profitability through merchandise management, promotional strategies, and achievement of sales targets.
• Oversee daily operations, including inventory management, visual merchandising, and store maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Manage store budgets, control expenses, and analyze sales data to optimize performance and revenue growth.
• Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to enhance brand presence and attract customers.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions to improve store operations.
• Perform additional duties and projects as required.

Benefits

• Company 401(k) plan eligibility for all roles.
• Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.
• Assistant Store Manager bonus opportunities in addition to base pay when store KPIs are met.
• Employee discounts.
• Professional development and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED