Store Management - Chico Mall, Chico, CA
About The Position
JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Chico Mall store in Chico, California. As members of store management, the Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor help manage daily operations, lead and develop the team, and deliver excellent customer experiences. They contribute to store performance through sales, merchandising, operational oversight, financial management, local marketing, and community engagement. Additional duties and projects may be assigned as required. The Assistant Store Manager must have open availability, including mornings, days, and nights needed to open and close the store, and a minimum standard work week of five days. The average standard work week is 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods. The Supervisor must be available during hours needed to open and close the store and have at least five days of availability, with a minimum standard 30-hour work week. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability. The retail work environment is moderately noisy. The job involves prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, and possibly climbing ladders or stairs. Employees regularly lift items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier items possible in certain circumstances. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Reasonable accommodations may be made as required by law.
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.
- Commitment to 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, including mornings, days, and nights required to open and close the store; minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
- Supervisor: availability during hours required to open and close the store, including mornings, days, and nights; minimum five days of availability and a minimum standard 30-hour work week.
- All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality and regular attendance, and reliable transportation.
- Must speak, read, and write English sufficiently to converse with customers, supervise staff, understand corporate sales reports, and perform business-related mathematics.
- May need to move to different locations within the company network based on operational needs and career growth.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.
- Must meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, possible ladder or stair use, regular lifting of 5–25 pounds (with heavier weights possible in certain circumstances), and 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 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 improve 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 enhance store operations.
- Perform additional duties and projects as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation package
- Health benefits
- Retirement plans
- Employee discounts
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility for all roles
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time roles
- Sick leave for full-time roles
- Parental leave for full-time roles
- Company-paid time off for full-time roles
- Assistant Store Manager bonus opportunities in addition to base pay when store KPIs are met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
