JD Store Management - Countryside Mall, Clearwater, FL

JD Sports Fashion•Clearwater, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring retail management team members for its Countryside Mall store in Clearwater, Florida. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, deliver strong customer experiences, and contribute to sales, profitability, and company growth. The role includes responsibility for team performance, merchandising and inventory, financial results, community engagement, and compliance with company policies and safety requirements. Additional duties and projects may be assigned. Assistant Store Managers must be available to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights; have a minimum standard work week of five days; and work an average standard week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available during opening and closing hours and have at least five days of availability, with a minimum standard work week of 30 hours. All management team members must be available on weekends and holidays. The position is in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, and potentially climbing ladders or using stairs. Employees regularly lift items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier items possible in certain circumstances. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

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 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.
Assistant Store Manager: availability during store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; at least five available days per week; and an average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability during store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; at least five available days per week; and a minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management: availability on weekends and holidays; punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies; and reliable transportation.
Ability to speak, read, and write English clearly, converse with customers, supervise staff, and perform business-related mathematics and understand corporate sales reports.
May need to move to different locations within the company’s network based on operational needs and career growth.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged standing, bending and reaching, possible ladder or stair use, and regular lifting of 5–25 pounds; good vision, including color differentiation.
At least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two or more years of retail leadership experience, strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and develop team members; foster a positive work environment, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
Deliver a strong customer 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 improve 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 improvement opportunities, and implement solutions.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.