Store Management - River Valley Mall, Lancaster, OH

JD Finish Line•Lancaster, OH

6d•$14 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring store management team members for its River Valley Mall location in Lancaster, Ohio. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop employees, and deliver strong customer experiences. The role involves driving sales and profitability, managing merchandise and inventory, maintaining store standards, controlling expenses, and supporting local marketing and community engagement. Managers are expected to monitor industry and competitor activity, identify improvement opportunities, and perform additional duties and projects as required. The posting covers Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor positions. Assistant Store Managers must have open availability during the hours needed to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights, and work a minimum standard five-day week. Their average standard workweek is 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available during opening and closing hours and have a minimum of five days of availability, with a minimum standard 30-hour workweek. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality, regular attendance, reliable transportation, and the ability to communicate and perform business-related tasks in English. Relocation within the company’s network may be required based on operational needs and career growth. The position is in a moderately noisy retail environment and involves prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may sometimes be required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The company states that reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities and as otherwise required by law. Assistant Store Manager pay is $16.38–$19.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities if store KPIs are met. Supervisor pay is $14.00 per hour. All roles are eligible for the company 401(k) plan. Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.

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.
A passion for outstanding customer service and memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
Assistant Store Manager: open availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; minimum standard workweek of five days.
Supervisor: availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; availability on at least five days.
All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality and regular attendance, and reliable transportation.
Ability to speak English clearly, read and write English, and perform business-related mathematics.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged standing, bending and reaching, climbing ladders or stairs, and regular lifting of 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may be required in certain circumstances.

Nice To Haves

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

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 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 optimize 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 opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.