JD Store Management - St Clair Square, Fairview Heights, IL

JD Sports Fashion•Fairview Heights, IL

1d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring store management team members for its St Clair Square location in Fairview Heights, Illinois. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver strong customer experiences while contributing to sales and company growth. The position includes responsibility for team leadership, sales performance, merchandise and inventory management, store upkeep, financial oversight, local marketing, and community relationships. Managers are also expected to monitor industry and competitor activity and identify improvements to store operations. The role requires availability to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights, as well as weekend and holiday availability. Assistant Store Managers have 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 at least five days per week and work a minimum standard of 30 hours per week. Regular attendance and punctuality are required. Reliable transportation is required, and relocation to another company location may be required based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting. It involves prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, possible ladder or stair use, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier items possible in some circumstances. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. 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. Assistant Store Manager pay is $18.38–$21.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities in addition to base pay when store KPIs are met. Supervisor pay is $17.00 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. The company also describes career development and advancement opportunities, employee discounts, and DE&I initiatives.

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.
Customer-service orientation and a passion for creating memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
Availability to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights.
Availability on weekends and holidays.
Assistant Store Manager: minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability for at least five days per week and a minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
Punctuality and regular attendance in accordance with company policies.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to speak English clearly to converse with customers and supervise staff; ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
May be required to move to different locations within the company network based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team; foster a positive work environment, set clear 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.
Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to strengthen brand presence and attract customers.
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity; identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.