Store Management - Alton Square, Alton, IL

JD Finish Line•Alton, IL

2d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Alton Square store in Alton, Illinois. Management members oversee daily store operations, lead and develop a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional customer experiences while contributing to store performance and company growth. The opening covers Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor roles, which have different minimum work-week and availability requirements. The role involves leading employees, supporting customers, driving sales and profitability, maintaining inventory and visual merchandising, managing expenses and budgets, carrying out local marketing, and improving store operations. Team members must be available for the store's operating hours, including weekends and holidays, and must have reliable transportation. The retail setting is moderately noisy and involves extended periods of standing and other physical tasks. Assistant Store Manager compensation is $16.38–$19.50 per hour, with additional bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met. Supervisor compensation is $17.00 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.

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 and excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for outstanding 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 for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; a 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 store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; at least 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 English clearly to converse with customers and supervise staff, and read and write English and perform business-related mathematics.
May need to move to different locations within the company's network based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Physical ability to stand for approximately five to 14 hours per day; stoop, kneel, reach, and pull; climb ladders or use stairs; and regularly lift items weighing 5–25 pounds, with higher weights possible in some circumstances.
Good vision, including the ability to distinguish colors.

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 grow revenue.
Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to enhance 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.