Assistant Store Manager| JD Venlo

JD Sports Netherlands; Venlo; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed salary + Performance-Based Bonus

30% Employee Discount on all JD Group

NS Business Card

24 Vacation Days per year

Benefits at work discount app

Career and personal development plans

Pension Scheme

Continuous training online and offline

Work-life balance support

Coaching opportunities

Job summary

JD Venlo is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead day‑to‑day store operations, drive sales, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. You will coach your team, model the JD energy, and ensure processes are followed across safety, branding, and standards.

You will analyse performance data, mentor colleagues, and collaborate with the Store Manager to develop talent and maintain a high‑energy store environment that motivates customers and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a retail team to meet targets.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written.
• Efficient time management and organizational skills.
• Customer-focused approach with sales drive.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations and coach your team.
• Drive store sales and profitability while ensuring outstanding customer service.
• Analyse reports to inform smart, data-driven decisions.
• Maintain brand standards and visual merchandising.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.
• Recruit and develop talent; foster JD spirit.
• Collaborate with store manager and departments.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Sales-driven

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lead day-to-day store operations at JD Venlo, driving sales and customer experience while coaching your team, analysing data, and keeping standards for safety and brand.

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

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, access to the ''Benefits at work'' discount app, 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.