Temporary sales manager

Michaels • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Manager leads and champions a high-performing selling culture across the store, driving strong sales results and an engaging customer experience. The role oversees front-end and service operations, ensuring consistent execution of selling behaviors, brand standards, and operational expectations. The Sales Manager supports key sales and service KPIs through effective leadership, customer-focused coaching, and efficient day-to-day execution.

The role assists the Store Manager with SOPs and company programs, upholds company policies and standards, models and coaches customer experience and selling behaviors, and provides Manager-on-Duty coverage. It also oversees customer-facing services and store programs, including POS and self-checkout, balloons and birthday parties, loyalty enrollment, protection plans, Knit & Sew and Cut Bar operations, BOPIS and same-day delivery, and support for Custom Framing. The Sales Manager trains and develops team members and partners in asset protection.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of retail leadership experience.
• Ability to remain standing for long periods and move throughout the store.
• Ability to bend, lift, carry, reach, and stretch regularly.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise and fixtures weighing up to 25–50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to stock and retrieve products.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including scanning items, stocking shelves, and operating POS equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent customer interactions.
• Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in leading adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and company programs, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and requirements.
• Ensure execution of company policies and standards, holding the team accountable for store conditions and results.
• Model and coach customer experience and ART of Selling behaviors to drive conversion and customer satisfaction.
• Provide Manager-on-Duty coverage, maintaining floor leadership, service standards, and operational continuity.
• Ensure accurate and efficient use of POS and self-checkout systems.
• Oversee balloon sales, birthday party operations, and other in-store programs and events.
• Promote and enroll customers in the Loyalty Rewards Program.
• Champion MCC/Extend services in the U.S., supporting team awareness and customer adoption of protection plans and offerings.
• Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop, including oversight of the Cut Bar experience.
• Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery order fulfillment.
• Support Custom Framing operations, including customer consultations and coordination with the frame shop in select volume frame shops.
• Train, coach, and develop team members through onboarding and ongoing skill-building across assigned departments.
• Partner in maintaining asset protection practices to reduce shrink through awareness, compliance, and safe operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match, depending on position and eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, depending on position and eligibility.
• Telemedicine services.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Voluntary insurance options.
• Employee discounts and access to partner discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed