Assistant Store Manager - Lead a High-Impact Store Team

JD GROUP; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Gym membership

Holiday allowance

Bike discount

Personal development

Apprenticeships

Job summary

JD Group is seeking an Assistant Manager for JD Sports, a leading name in global sports fashion. You will work with the Store Manager to drive results, develop talent, and elevate the customer experience, ensuring the store upholds the premium JD standard daily.

You will lead from the front, coach teams, and manage KPI targets in a fast-paced retail environment, delivering strong performance and operational excellence together.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervisory role.
• Ability to analyze sales data to drive decisions.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager to achieve sales targets.
• Lead shop-floor teams and ensure JD standards.
• Coach and develop colleagues with real-time feedback.
• Maintain store presentation, pricing accuracy, and safety.
• Handle cash, till checks, stock audits, opening/closing duties.

Skills

Retail leadership

KPI interpretation

Communication

Customer service

Team motivation

Job description

JD Group is seeking an Assistant Manager for JD Sports, a leading name in global sports fashion. You will work with the Store Manager to drive results, develop talent, and elevate the customer experience, ensuring the store upholds the premium JD standard daily.

You will lead from the front, coach teams, and manage KPI targets in a fast-paced retail environment, delivering strong performance and operational excellence together.