Assistant Store Manager JD Haarlem

JD Sports Netherlands; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Employee discount

Pension scheme

Vacation days (24)

Job summary

JD Sports Netherlands is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for the Haarlem location. You will lead a team, drive sales, and ensure an exceptional customer experience while upholding brand standards. The role involves mentoring staff, optimizing store operations, and maintaining health and safety procedures.

You will collaborate with Store Manager and multiple departments to deliver results, develop talent, and ensure JD’s energetic, customer-first environment across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as Assistant Manager or similar retail leadership.
• Strong communication, verbal and written.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead with energy and motivate the team to deliver results.
• Drive store sales and profitability through effective operations.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to create lasting impressions.

Skills

Team leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

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.

READY TO JOIN THE JD FAMILY?

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 33 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.