JD Store Management - Southhaven Town Center, Southaven, MS

JD Sports Fashion•Southaven, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members to oversee daily store operations, lead and develop employees, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The role involves driving sales and profitability, managing merchandise and inventory, maintaining store standards, overseeing budgets and expenses, and implementing local marketing and community engagement initiatives. Managers are expected to monitor industry and competitor trends, identify improvements, and carry out additional duties as needed. Assistant Store Managers must be available for a minimum standard work week of five days, averaging 44 hours and increasing during peak sales periods. Supervisors must be available at least five days per week and work a minimum standard of 30 hours per week. All management team members must be available on weekends and holidays, as well as during the morning, day, and night hours needed to open and close the store. Reliable transportation and regular, punctual attendance are required. The position may require moving to different company locations based on operational needs and career growth. The role is in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, reaching, pulling, stooping, kneeling, and potentially climbing ladders or stairs. Employees regularly lift items weighing 5–25 pounds, with heavier weights possible in some circumstances. Good vision, including color differentiation, is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to communicate, read, and write in English and perform business-related mathematics.

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.
Passion for outstanding customer service and memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
Assistant Store Manager: open availability during store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; minimum standard work week of five days.
Assistant Store Manager: 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; availability at least five days per week and a minimum standard 30-hour work week.
All management: weekend and holiday availability, punctuality, regular attendance, and 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.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including prolonged standing, handling merchandise, and regularly lifting 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may sometimes be required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
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.
Create an exceptional shopping experience by responding to 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 activities; identify opportunities and implement solutions to improve store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.