JD Store Management - Glenbrook Square, Fort Wayne, IN

JD Sports Fashion•Fort Wayne, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Glenbrook Square store in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Management team members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop staff, and deliver strong customer experiences. The role contributes to store sales and profitability through merchandise management, promotional strategies, sales-target achievement, budget oversight, and analysis of sales data. Managers also oversee inventory, visual merchandising, store maintenance, and compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations. They implement local marketing efforts, build community relationships, monitor industry and competitor trends, and identify improvements to store operations. Additional duties and projects may be assigned. The posting lists two position titles with different minimum schedules. Assistant Store Managers need open availability for store opening and closing hours, a minimum standard work week of five days, and an average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods. Supervisors need availability for opening and closing hours, at least five days of availability, and a minimum standard work week of 30 hours. All management team members must be available on weekends and holidays. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing and other physical tasks. 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.

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 delivering 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 store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; a minimum standard work week of five days; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; availability at least five days per week; minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management: availability on weekends and holidays; punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies; 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 move to different locations within the company network based on operational needs and career growth.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or using stairs, and regularly lifting items weighing 5–25 lbs; heavier lifting may be required in some circumstances.
Good vision, including color differentiation.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

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; 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 enhance brand presence and attract customers.
Keep current with industry trends and competitor activities; identify opportunities and implement solutions to improve store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.