Assistant Store Manager Sales

DICK'S Sporting Goods•Erie, CO

10d•$66,000 - $92,400

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager – Sales (Footwear & Apparel) leads sales and athlete engagement in the Footwear and Apparel areas. The role coaches teams to deliver expert service and product knowledge, drives performance through leadership, and helps athletes find suitable products for performance and everyday needs. Working with the Store Manager and Captain (Supervisor) team, this role contributes to business planning, team development, hiring, scheduling, merchandising, and store operations while maintaining an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of experience.
1–3 years of retail management experience or customer-focused experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Store Manager to develop and execute full-year business growth plans, including forecasting and planning 90 or more days ahead.
Identify store opportunities and validate operational strategies and programs, including BOPIS and ship-from-store.
Directly manage Captains (Supervisors) and influence, coach, and develop the broader store team.
Manage Captain team performance, including development, annual reviews, and promotion recommendations, and hold teammates accountable for policies and procedures.
Uphold merchandising and presentation standards, including floor sets, signage, price changes, inventory presentation, and replenishment.
Promote and lead company programs such as customer loyalty participation, warranty sales, and private label credit card enrollment.
Model service, selling, and leadership behaviors that elevate the athlete experience and provide accurate, knowledgeable product information.
Lead, execute, and validate training initiatives; ensure teammates are equipped to deliver elevated athlete experiences; and build development plans with teammates.
Partner with the Store Manager on long-range workforce management and approve Captain staffing plans.
Oversee payroll and staff scheduling to meet budget goals and respond to athlete traffic and sales trends.
Partner with the Store Manager and Captains to develop hiring strategies, source and interview candidates, and build strong teams.
Make hiring decisions for Captains and hiring and termination decisions for hourly teammates based on Captain recommendations.
Coach Captains on interviewing, hiring, and team-building practices.
Ensure teammates meet operational guidelines, brand standards, customer service expectations, and company policies.
Maintain store safety and operational procedures, including compliance with safety, loss prevention, and external laws and guidelines.
Create a welcoming and respectful environment for teammates and athletes and hold teammates accountable when expectations are not met.