Store Manager

JD Sports / Livestock / Size?; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Store Manager for its new location in Saskatoon. This dynamic role involves leading a retail team, driving sales, and ensuring exceptional customer service in a vibrant store environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive retail management experience, a strong affinity for sportswear and footwear, and a proactive approach to team building and operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and customer connection, and help shape the retail experience for a new generation of consumers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail management experience required.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to build teams essential.
• Must be proficient in Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team to exceed sales targets and maintain visual standards.
• Train and manage staff while ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Oversee inventory management and e-commerce sales processes.

Skills

Retail Management

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Multitasking

Tools

Excel

iOS-based programs

MS Office

Job description

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Location: Midtown Plaza, Saskatoon, SK

Workplace Type: On-site

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Opening: Spring 2025

The Team:

JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion. Established in 1981, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports, Fashion, and Outdoor brands. With our retail stores expanding and evolving all throughout Canada, The Group is continuously finding and developing talent that adds to the inclusive and diverse work culture. JD continuously and successfully sets the global standard for retail experience best through the unique delivery of the world’s most authentic brands to the market. Our commitment to showcasing brands in a premium environment and stores remains a key part of the JD strategy.

The Role:

Our Retail Team is looking for a Store Manager for our upcoming Midtown Plaza location in Saskatoon, SK! JD Sports is looking for a Store Manager with an upbeat attitude and a passion for sporting apparel and footwear. The Store Manager is responsible for leading the store in all aspects, from driving sales and ensuring the store is up to visual standards set by the Merchandising team, to building and coaching a team to provide best-in-class service for our customers.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Motivate sales team to exceed sales targets on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Consistently look for ways to improve in-store strategies while maintaining company standards.
• Develop a community culture through strong customer rapport and exceptional customer service.
• Set weekly schedules and delegate tasks on a daily basis.
• Find ways to increase store sales through effective inventory management, merchandising, and continuously seeking opportunities for growth through in-store findings.
• Train, manage, and oversee end-to-end daily e-commerce sales in-store, which consists of processing, picking, packing, and shipping orders direct to customers.
• Decrease store shrinkage by researching inventory discrepancies and problem-solving issues to ensure optimal sales.
• Responsible for weekly bank deposits and managing store expenses.
• Build a talent pipeline to develop top talent into leaders at the store.
• Stay up to date with new releases and upcoming products, ensuring the team is also informed.
• Work with the HR team to ensure all positions at the store are filled.
• Train all new or newly promoted staff on their roles and responsibilities.
• Responsible for biweekly payroll submissions for their store’s team.
• Ensure the visual presentation is up to the standard set by the Merchandise team.
• Host local events and initiatives while ensuring company standards are met.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:

• 5+ years of retail management experience.
• Strong background in leadership and building teams.
• Comfortable and confident in making business-critical decisions.
• Must be a fashion, sportswear, or footwear enthusiast.
• Must be able to multitask and manage time independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are a must.
• Experience in data analysis and building Excel reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and goal-oriented individual.
• Strong proficiency in iOS-based programs and products.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and other MS Office programs.