JD Store Management - The Boulevard, Amherst, NY
About The Position
JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Boulevard store in Amherst, New York. Management members oversee store operations, lead and develop employees, drive sales and profitability, and deliver a high-quality customer experience. The roles involve managing merchandise and inventory, maintaining visual merchandising and store upkeep, handling budgets and sales analysis, implementing local marketing initiatives, and ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations. Managers are expected to respond to changing business needs and may be asked to take on additional duties or projects. Assistant Store Managers must have open availability to cover store opening and closing hours, work at least five days per week, and average 44 hours per week, with longer hours during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available during opening and closing hours and be available at least five days per week, with a minimum 30-hour work week. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, reliable transportation, punctuality, and regular attendance. Employees may need to work at other company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, and sometimes climbing ladders or stairs. Employees regularly lift items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier items possible in some circumstances. A high school diploma or GED is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
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.
- Ability and enthusiasm to provide outstanding customer service and create memorable shopping experiences.
- Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency with retail management software and basic computer applications.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Assistant Store Managers must have open availability, including mornings, days, and nights to open and close the store; work at least five days per week; and average 44 hours per week, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
- Supervisors must be available during hours needed to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights; have at least five days of availability; and work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
- All management employees must be available on weekends and holidays, maintain punctuality and regular attendance, and have 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 need to work at different locations within the company network based on operational needs and career growth.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of retail leadership experience, 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 responding to 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 improvement opportunities, and implement solutions.
- Perform additional duties and projects as required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time roles.
- Company 401(k) plan.
- Employee discounts.
- Sick leave for full-time roles.
- Parental leave for full-time roles.
- Company-paid time off for full-time roles.
- Assistant Manager bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
