JD Store Management - Aurora Farms Premium Outlets, Aurora, OH
About The Position
JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Aurora Farms Premium Outlets store in Aurora, Ohio. Management is responsible for leading daily store operations, developing a high-performing team, and delivering excellent customer experiences. The role includes driving sales and profitability, managing merchandise and inventory, maintaining visual standards and store upkeep, managing budgets and expenses, and ensuring compliance with company procedures and health and safety rules. Managers also implement local marketing, engage with the community, monitor industry and competitor activity, and identify improvements to store operations. Additional duties and projects may be assigned. The posting describes requirements for both Assistant Store Managers and Supervisors. Assistant Store Managers must have open availability for store opening and closing hours and a minimum standard work week of five days, averaging 44 hours and increasing during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available for opening and closing hours and have at least five days of availability, with a minimum standard 30-hour work week. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality and regular attendance, reliable transportation, and clear spoken and written English sufficient for customer conversations, staff supervision, business mathematics, and reading sales reports. Employees may need to move to other company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The position requires prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, and potentially climbing ladders or using stairs. Regular lifting of 5–25 pounds is required, with higher weights possible in certain circumstances. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations may be made as described in the posting.
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.
- Commitment to customer service and 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.
- Assistant Store Manager: open availability, including mornings, days, and nights required for opening and closing; minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
- Supervisor: availability for opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; minimum five days of availability; minimum standard 30-hour work week.
- All management roles: weekend and holiday availability; punctuality and regular attendance; reliable transportation; clear spoken and written English; ability to perform business-related mathematics and understand corporate sales reports.
- May need to move to different company locations based on operational needs and career growth.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged standing, bending and reaching, possible ladder or stair use, lifting, and good vision including color differentiation.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, and develop team members; establish goals and provide ongoing feedback.
- Create an exceptional shopping experience by meeting customer needs, resolving issues, and maintaining high service standards.
- Drive store sales and profitability through merchandise management, promotions, 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 budgets and 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 improvement opportunities, and implement solutions.
- Perform additional duties and projects as required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package and employee discounts.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility for all roles.
- Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.
- Assistant Store Manager bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
