Store Manager, Sportswear & Gear

Wilson Sporting Goods Co.•Paramus, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. Wilson has evolved from a sports equipment brand to surround the tennis athlete in technical sportswear and footwear. Our retail stores lead with innovative sportswear, footwear, and a curated assortment of racket equipment that solves for the needs of the athlete. We are on the cutting edge of tennis products that will carry you from the court to the clubhouse. Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us. As the Wilson Retail Store Manager, you are the head coach in your store. You will leverage your entrepreneurial spirit to drive the success of your business, elevate and develop your team, and deliver an exceptional community experience. As the Store Manager, you embody Wilson’s core values and our commitment that the most important role in the company is the Athlete Advisor. You are in service to your team and your community. You are responsible for delivering on the core objectives of achieving sales plan and store profitability through strategic vision, scheduling, and coaching of your team.

Requirements

Three to five years of retail leadership experience, including fashion or sportswear retail.
Demonstrated ability to build long-lasting, meaningful relationships within the tennis community.
Proven success in developing leaders and seeing opportunities to further engage with their development goals.
Intrinsically motivated to drive for success every day.
Proven ability to set a clear vision, align your team around common goals and foster commitment to these objectives.
Passionate about delivering an exceptional consumer experience without exception.
Ability to solve the needs of every athlete who comes into your store.
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Driven by a high level of autonomy and excel in an entrepreneurial environment.
Value bold ideas and pursue progress at every turn.
Stand up with conviction for what you believe in, acting with integrity and respect in every situation.

Nice To Haves

A passion for sport is always a plus!

Responsibilities

Consistently maintain a fully staffed team through proactive recruiting, hiring, and training.
Identify and develop talent for your internal pipeline.
Manage team performance through clear expectations, coaching, and accountability.
Drive traffic and brand love through strategic community outreach, authentic connections in your tennis community, a deep understanding of your local market, and monthly community programming.
Schedule and attend monthly tennis lessons with your team.
Identify, onboard, and engage store ambassadors.
Maintain the in-store community board with up-to-date information to ensure your store is the tennis concierge for your community.
Lead and execute impactful visual merchandising standards in partnership with the US Visual Merchandising Manager.
Maintain inventory accuracy through proper receiving and processing procedures in partnership with the Retail Operations team.
Collaborate with your peers and cross-functional partners with strong interpersonal skills and communication.
Schedule your floor to ensure optimal athlete experience and coverage at all times.
Use Key Performance Indicators to analyze and drive your business forward with educated and informed decision making.
Deliver weekly and quarterly business reviews.
Create quarterly strategies for business growth and team development, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Consistently deliver on sales targets and maintain labor efficiency through strategic scheduling and floor leadership.

Benefits

Paid time off for part- and full-time employees
Education reimbursement
Medical, dental and vision
Pre-tax transit discounts
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Professional development opportunities
Volunteering programs
Receive a complimentary Wilson tennis racquet upon joining our team
Enjoy free monthly tennis training sessions with a professional coach, open to all store employees
Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products