Store Management - Jordan Creek, West Des Moines, IA

JD Finish Line•West Des Moines, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Jordan Creek store in West Des Moines, Iowa. Assistant Store Managers and Supervisors manage daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver excellent customer experiences. The role contributes to store sales, profitability, operational performance, and company growth in a fast-paced retail environment. Assistant Store Managers must have open availability for the hours needed to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights. Their minimum standard work week is five days, averaging 44 hours, with additional hours during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available for the hours needed to open and close the store 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, maintain punctual and regular attendance, and have reliable transportation. The role may require moving to another company location based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting. Physical duties include prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier weights possible in some circumstances. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma or GED is required. The posting welcomes an equivalent combination of education and experience and states that two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.

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 excellent customer service and 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: open availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; at least five workdays per week.
Assistant Store Manager: average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; availability at least five days per week.
Supervisor: minimum 30-hour work week.
All management team members must be available on weekends and holidays and maintain punctual, regular attendance consistent with company policy.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to speak English clearly to converse with customers and supervise staff, and to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
May be required to relocate to another company location based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent; applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may be required in certain circumstances.
Good vision, including the ability to differentiate colors.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.

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 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 to enhance store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.