Store Management - Gulfport Premium Outlet, Gulfport, MS

JD Finish Line•Gulfport, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Gulfport Premium Outlet location in Gulfport, Mississippi. Management members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop employees, and deliver strong customer experiences while contributing to store performance and company growth. The posting identifies two roles: Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor, with different availability and weekly-hour requirements. The position involves recruiting, training, and coaching employees; addressing customer needs; driving sales; managing merchandise, inventory, budgets, and expenses; maintaining store standards; and implementing local marketing and community-engagement efforts. Managers are expected to follow company policies and safety regulations, monitor sales and industry activity, and identify improvements to store operations. Additional duties and projects may be assigned. This role is performed in a moderately noisy retail setting and includes prolonged standing, handling and stocking merchandise, and potentially climbing ladders or using stairs. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The company may require movement to other locations in its network based on operational needs and career growth. Reasonable accommodations may be made as described in the posting.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or in a similar role, with a record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for outstanding customer service and 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.
Assistant Store Manager: open availability, including mornings, days, and nights needed to open and close the store; minimum standard work week of 5 days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability during mornings, days, and nights needed to open and close the store; minimum availability of 5 days; minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management: weekend and holiday availability; punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies; reliable transportation.
Must speak English clearly to converse with customers and supervise staff effectively; must read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
May need to move to different company locations based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, climb ladders or stairs as needed, and regularly lift 5–25 pounds; weights may be higher in certain circumstances.
Good vision, including color differentiation.

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 goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
Deliver an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and maintaining high customer-service standards.
Drive 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 improve performance and revenue.
Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to strengthen brand presence and attract customers.
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity; identify opportunities and implement solutions to improve store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.