Store Director #220 - Belton, MO

Academy Sports • Belton, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country. We are a passionate, purpose-driven team committed to each other and our customers. We have over 80 years of experience building a people-first culture, creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. We believe in the power of fun, and at Academy, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!

As a Store Director, you will lead the overall success of your store by driving exceptional customer experiences, strong financial performance, and a culture rooted in teamwork and accountability. You will set the vision for the store, translating company priorities into clear goals while creating an environment where team members feel empowered to perform at their best. Through hands-on leadership, you will balance day-to-day operations with long-term strategy to consistently deliver results.

You will oversee all aspects of store operations, including merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention, expense management, and talent development. By analyzing performance trends and customer insights, you will identify opportunities to grow sales, improve efficiency, and strengthen execution across every department. You will also serve as the face of the store within the community, building relationships that drive traffic, brand loyalty, and sustained growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and related experience
• 10 years of retail experience, including 7 years of progressive leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated success leading retail teams, including salaried leaders and teams of 40-80 people
• Strong customer service mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional in‑store experiences
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales, profitability, and operational execution
• Experience managing store operations including merchandising, inventory, and loss prevention
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, payroll, and expense control
• Ability to communicate, interpret, and execute company policies and initiatives effectively
• Willingness to travel periodically to support operations in other stores as needed
• A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall success of your store by driving exceptional customer experiences, strong financial performance, and a culture rooted in teamwork and accountability.
• Set the vision for the store, translating company priorities into clear goals while creating an environment where team members feel empowered to perform at their best.
• Balance day-to-day operations with long-term strategy to consistently deliver results.
• Oversee all aspects of store operations, including merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention, expense management, and talent development.
• Analyze performance trends and customer insights to identify opportunities to grow sales, improve efficiency, and strengthen execution across every department.
• Serve as the face of the store within the community, building relationships that drive traffic, brand loyalty, and sustained growth.
• Create alignment across departments, ensuring every team member understands how their work contributes to the overall success of the store.
• Partner with regional leaders and cross-functional teams to share insights, execute initiatives, and maintain consistency with company standards.
• Help shape strategies that elevate performance while staying connected to broader business priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager