JD Store Management - Gurnee, Illinois (Gurnee Mills Mall)

JD Sports Fashion • Gurnee, IL

9d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Gurnee Mills Mall store in Gurnee, Illinois. Management members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop employees, support sales and profitability, and provide strong customer experiences. The roles include responsibilities across merchandise and inventory management, visual merchandising, store maintenance, budgeting, promotional and local marketing efforts, community engagement, compliance, and identifying operational improvements. Additional duties and projects may be assigned. The position requires availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights, as well as weekends and holidays. Assistant Store Managers work a minimum standard of five days per week, averaging 44 hours and potentially more during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available at least five days per week and work a minimum standard of 30 hours. Employees must be at least 18, have reliable transportation, and may need to work at other company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail environment and involves prolonged standing, handling and stocking merchandise, and other physical tasks.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or in a similar role, with a record of meeting sales targets and managing a team.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to 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.
• Proficiency with retail management software and basic computer applications.
• Assistant Store Managers must have 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.
• Supervisors must be available during store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; have at least five days of availability; and work a minimum standard of 30 hours per week.
• All management employees must be available on weekends and holidays and maintain punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must speak, read, and write English clearly enough to converse with customers, supervise staff, perform business-related mathematics, and understand corporate sales reports.
• 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.
• Must be able to meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of retail leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team; establish 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 develop community relationships to strengthen brand presence and attract customers.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions.
• Perform additional duties and projects as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health benefits.
• Retirement plans, including eligibility for the company 401(k) plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.
• Assistant Store Manager roles offer bonus opportunities in addition to base pay if store KPIs are met.
• 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