Store Leader: Drive Sales & Premium In-Store Experience

JD GROUP; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Gym membership

Personal development opportunities

Apprenticeships and qualifications

Job summary

JD Sports is seeking a Store Manager in the United Kingdom to take full ownership of store performance, culture, and daily execution. You will lead from the front, set expectations, and drive strong commercial results with confident decision‑making and a deep understanding of the JD brand.

You will create a high‑energy environment where colleagues develop, standards remain high, and customers receive a premium in‑store experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast‑moving, high‑energy environment.
• Dynamic, confident leader who can drive a performance‑focused culture and inspire colleagues at every level.
• Commercially sharp with strong capability in interpreting performance data, product trends, and customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, supporting strong teamwork, engagement, and professional customer interactions.
• Demonstrated success in delivering strong sales results and maintaining exceptional operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store with energy, visibility, and confidence — driving strong performance across sales, service, and operational execution.
• Inspire and motivate the team on the shop floor, creating a high‑impact JD experience that converts customer demand into commercial success.
• Use real‑time performance insights and trading trends to make quick, commercial decisions that elevate store results and maximise every opportunity.
• Maintain JD’s premium operational and visual standards — ensuring product availability, impactful presentation, and a safe, compliant environment.
• Develop and grow talent within the store, providing coaching, structured feedback, and clear progression pathways to build future JD leaders.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Data interpretation

Communication

Customer service

Tools

Point-of-sale systems

Job description

JD Sports is seeking a Store Manager in the United Kingdom to take full ownership of store performance, culture, and daily execution. You will lead from the front, set expectations, and drive strong commercial results with confident decision‑making and a deep understanding of the JD brand.

You will create a high‑energy environment where colleagues develop, standards remain high, and customers receive a premium in‑store experience.