JD Store Management - Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY

JD Sports Fashion•Lake Grove, NY

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members to lead daily store operations, develop a high-performance team, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The role offers autonomy to contribute to the store’s success and the company’s growth. Openings are listed for Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, New York. Assistant Store Managers must have open availability for mornings, days, and nights, including the hours needed to open and close the store. They work a minimum standard of five days per week, with an average standard work week of 44 hours; hours may increase during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available during opening and closing hours across mornings, days, and nights, and must have at least five days of availability and a minimum standard 30-hour work week. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality, regular attendance, and reliable transportation. The position requires clear spoken English to communicate with customers and supervise staff, and the ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics. Employees may need to move to different locations in the company’s network based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier items possible in certain circumstances. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. 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. Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Assistant Manager pay is $20.38–$24.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met; Supervisor pay is $19.00 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 track record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for outstanding 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 mornings, days, and nights, including store opening and closing hours; minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability for mornings, days, and nights, including store opening and closing hours; minimum availability of five days and minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management roles: 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.
May need to relocate to different locations within the company’s network based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 18 years old.
Ability to meet the physical demands of 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, 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 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, and 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 activities, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions to improve store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.