JD Store Management - Battlefield Mall, Springfield, MO

JD Sports Fashion•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring store management team members for its Battlefield Mall location in Springfield, Missouri. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver strong customer experiences while contributing to store performance and company growth. The roles include Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor, with different minimum availability and work-hour requirements for each. The Assistant Store Manager must be available across the hours needed to open and close the store, work at least five days per week, and average 44 hours per week; hours may increase during peak sales periods. The Supervisor must be available across opening and closing hours and have at least five days of availability, with a minimum 30-hour work week. All management team members must be available on weekends and holidays. The position requires reliable transportation, clear spoken and written English, and business-related math skills. Relocation to other company locations may be required based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, stocking and retrieving merchandise, and lifting items regularly. A high school diploma or GED is required. Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

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 customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including mornings, days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 18 years of age.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to speak English clearly to communicate with customers and supervise staff, and to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
Assistant Store Manager: availability during the hours needed to open and close the store; at least five workdays per week; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability during the hours needed to open and close the store; availability on at least five days per week; minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management: availability on weekends and holidays, and punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies.
May be required to move to different company locations based on operational needs and career growth.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may sometimes be required.
Good vision, including color differentiation.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of retail leadership experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may also qualify.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and develop team members; foster a positive work environment, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
Deliver a strong shopping experience by responding to 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 growth.
Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to strengthen brand presence and attract customers.
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions to enhance store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.