JD Store Management - Square One, Saugus, MA

JD Sports Fashion•Saugus, MA

1d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its Square One store in Saugus, Massachusetts. Management team members oversee daily store operations, develop and motivate staff, deliver strong customer experiences, and contribute to sales and company growth. The roles involve leadership, merchandising, inventory and maintenance oversight, financial management, community engagement, and solving operational challenges. The Assistant Store Manager must have open availability for the hours needed to open and close the store, 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. The Supervisor must be available for opening and closing hours and have availability for at least five days, with a minimum standard 30-hour work week. All management roles require weekend and holiday availability, punctuality, regular attendance, and reliable transportation. Employees may need to move to other company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The position requires clear spoken and written English, business-related mathematics, and the ability to understand corporate sales reports. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities and as otherwise required by law. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail environment and involves prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, and potentially climbing ladders or using stairs. Regular lifting of items weighing 5–25 pounds is required, and heavier lifting may occasionally be necessary. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. Assistant Store Manager compensation is $19.38–$22.50 per hour, with additional bonus opportunities when store KPIs are met. Supervisor compensation is $17.50 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, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
A customer-focused approach and commitment to excellent service and memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
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; at least five standard workdays per week; average standard work week of 44 hours, with additional hours during peak periods.
Supervisor: availability for store opening and closing hours and at least five days of availability; minimum standard work week of 30 hours.
All management roles: availability on weekends and holidays, punctuality and regular attendance, and reliable transportation.
Ability to speak English clearly, read and write English, and perform business-related mathematics and understand corporate sales reports.
May need to relocate to other company locations based on operational needs and career growth.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing or using stairs, and regular lifting.

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 team members; foster a positive work environment, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback.
Deliver an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and upholding customer-service standards.
Drive 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 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.