Store Management - Brass Mill Center, Waterbury, CT

JD Finish Line•Waterbury, CT

10d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Brass Mill Center store in Waterbury, Connecticut. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver strong customer experiences while contributing to sales and company growth. The roles work in a fast-paced retail environment and require availability for mornings, days, and nights, as well as weekends and holidays. The Assistant Store Manager has a minimum standard work week of five days and an average standard work week of 44 hours, which may increase during peak sales periods. The Supervisor must be available at least five days per week and work a minimum standard of 30 hours per week. Compensation is $17.38–$20.50 per hour for Assistant Store Managers, with potential bonuses when store KPIs are met, and $18.94 per hour for Supervisors. 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. The company also describes opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and applicants must be at least 18 years old. Retail leadership experience is strongly preferred. Employees must have reliable transportation, communicate clearly in English, and be able to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics. Movement to other company locations may be required based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting. Physical demands include prolonged standing, stooping and kneeling, reaching and pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may sometimes be required. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made as required by law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Reliable transportation.
Clear spoken English to converse with customers and effectively supervise staff; ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
Availability for the hours needed to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights.
Availability on weekends and holidays.
Assistant Store Manager: minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with longer hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: minimum five days of availability and a minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies.
Ability to move to different company locations if required by operational needs or career growth.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged standing, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting merchandise.

Nice To Haves

Retail leadership experience of two or more years is strongly preferred.
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.
Customer-service orientation and enthusiasm for 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.

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 customer-service standards.
Drive store sales and profitability through merchandise management, promotional strategies, and 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 opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.