Assistant Manager: Lead a High-Energy Retail Team

Naylor's Equestrian Llp; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Incremental Holiday Allowance

Personal development opportunities

Apprenticeships and accredited quals

Job summary

JD Group in the United States is seeking an Assistant Manager at JD Sports to support the Store Manager, motivate the team, and ensure the premium JD standard every day.

You will lead operations, coach colleagues, manage tasks, optimize KPI performance, and deliver exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers career development and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervisory roles.
• Strong leadership to guide, develop, and motivate staff.
• Ability to interpret KPI and sales data for decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven success driving sales and KPI achievement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager with daily store operations to help achieve sales targets and core KPIs.
• Lead and guide colleagues on the shop floor, allocating tasks, supporting service delivery, and maintaining JD standards throughout the day.
• Assist with coaching and development, offering real‑time feedback and reinforcing expectations set by the Store Manager.
• Maintain JD’s high presentation and operational standards, including availability, pricing accuracy, tidy displays, and a safe environment.
• Carry out core operational duties such as cash handling support, till checks, delivery processing, stock audits, and opening/closing routines — escalating issues appropriately.

Skills

Retail leadership

Store operations

KPI analysis

Customer service

Team development

Job description

JD Group in the United States is seeking an Assistant Manager at JD Sports to support the Store Manager, motivate the team, and ensure the premium JD standard every day.

You will lead operations, coach colleagues, manage tasks, optimize KPI performance, and deliver exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers career development and a range of benefits.