JD Store Management - Hillsdale Center - San Mateo, CA

JD Sports Fashion•San Mateo, CA

1d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Hillsdale Center store in San Mateo, California. Management members oversee daily store operations, develop a high-performing team, and deliver an excellent customer experience while contributing to the store’s sales and success. The role includes leadership, customer service, sales and performance management, inventory and visual merchandising, store maintenance, financial management, local marketing, community engagement, and ongoing operational improvement. 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 and a minimum standard work week of five days, averaging 44 hours and potentially increasing during peak periods. Supervisors must be available at least five days per week and work a minimum standard of 30 hours. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, reliable transportation, punctuality, regular attendance, and the ability to communicate and perform business-related reading, writing, and mathematics in English. Employees may need to move to other company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail environment and involves prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, occasional ladder or stair use, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier weights possible in some circumstances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma or GED is required. The posting states that two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Assistant Store Manager pay is $19.38–$22.50 per hour, with bonus opportunities if store KPIs are met. Supervisor pay is $20.60 per hour. All roles are eligible for the company 401(k) plan. Full-time roles are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off. The company also highlights employee discounts, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

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.
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, including the hours needed to open and close the store; minimum standard work week of five days and an average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability during the hours needed to open and close the store; at least five days of availability and a minimum standard 30-hour work week.
All management roles: weekend and holiday availability; punctuality and regular attendance; reliable transportation; clear spoken English; ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
May need to relocate to another company location based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
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 occasionally be required.
Good vision, including color differentiation.

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