Assistant Store Manager JD Den Bosch

JD Sports Netherlands; 's-Hertogenbosch; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed salary bonus

30% employee discount

NS Business Card

24 vacation days

Pension scheme

Wellness access

Job summary

JD Sports Netherlands is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to energize the team and deliver a top-notch customer experience. You will guide the store alongside the Store Manager, ensuring adherence to procedures and representing the JD brand with pride.

Your daily focus includes driving sales, mentoring staff, analyzing performance data, and maintaining a visually engaging store environment. This role requires leadership, efficiency, and clear communication for ongoing development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year as an Assistant Manager or similar role in retail.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal and written) and time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead with passion and mentor the team to maximize energy and performance.
• Drive store sales and profitability through effective daily execution.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to create a memorable shopping experience.
• Analyze reports and data to inform smart, revenue-driven decisions.
• Oversee visual merchandising to create impactful store presentation.
• Support talent development and ensure HR policies are followed.
• Manage recruitment processes and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Retail leadership

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE ON YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE AS ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER AT JD DEN BOSCH?

Your main mission will be to bring out the maximum energy from your team to overcome every challenge. And all of this while delivering a customer experience that leaves a lasting impression! You will be the one guiding them to success together with the Store Manager, ensuring that every team member follows procedures and proudly represents our brand.

WHAT WILL YOU DO ON A DAILY BASIS AT JD?

• Lead with passion: You’ll set the example, inspiring your team and creating an environment where motivation and teamwork are key.


• Achieve targets! Your main goal will be to drive store sales and profitability to the next level.


• Customer Service: You’ll make sure every customer feels at home, delivering a service that keeps them coming back for more. Their feedback and suggestions are key!


• Strategic analysis: You’ll analyze reports and data to make smart decisions that boost sales.


• Visual Merchandising: You’ll use impactful visual techniques to create a store that captures attention. We want people to say \"WOW\" when they walk in!


• Develop talent: You’ll act as a mentor to your team, helping them grow and reach their full potential. At JD, we believe in continuous development – Forever Forward.


• JD-style team: You’ll ensure the team reflects the essence and attitude of JD Sports (maximum motivation and energy!).


• Talent management: You’ll lead the recruitment process to bring the best talent into the JD family and ensure everyone understands and follows HR policies.


• Safety first: You’ll ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

WHO WILL SUPPORT YOU?

You’ll have the support of all JD departments: Retail, Development, Visual Merchandising, People, Customer Service, Profit Protection… Everyone working with and for you!

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO JOIN JD?

• Experience: At least 1 year as an Assistant Manager or in a similar role where you were responsible for managing teams in the retail sector.


• Time management: Efficiency is essential.


• Top communication skills: Strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

WHAT DOES JD GROUP OFFER YOU?

Amazing benefits:

Fixed salary + Performance-Based Bonus, 30% Employee Discount on all JD Group Brands, NS Business Card, 24 Vacation Days per year, discount on other retailer in the Netherlands through the ‘www.corporate-benefits.nl’ app, access to ‘Telus Health’ wellness platform,career and personal development plans, Pension Scheme, continuous training online and offline, and work-life balance support.

Coaching opportunities:

Participation in initiatives like internship programs.

Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has 4,850 stores (as at 1 February 2025) across 49 countries (including franchises and joint ventures) with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. JD Sports Netherlands can be found at 35 locations in cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Groningen, and Venlo.

An Integrity check via the warning register of the Fraud Approach Retail Foundation is part of the application procedure.