Assistant Store Leader: Drive Sales & Experience

Footlocker; Ohio; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rate of Pay

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Weekly Pay

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Career Development

Job summary

Foot Locker in the United States is seeking an Assistant Store Manager who will energize the sales floor, coach the team, and help drive store performance. You’ll partner with the Store Manager to deliver outstanding customer experiences and meet daily targets.

As a hands-on leader, you’ll own floor execution, openness to feedback, and adherence to safety and SOPs. This role offers growth within a dynamic sport-fashion retailer committed to culture and community.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of retail experience, preferably in a leadership or key holding role.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and engage a diverse team.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable, self motivated, and ready to take ownership.
• Basic understanding of retail KPIs and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the sales floor with an “Always on, Never no” mindset; bringing energy, confidence, and solutions to every customer interaction.
• Coach the team to deliver great service, share product knowledge, and keep customers excited to shop.
• Support sales goals by staying engaged on the floor and helping the team close the loop with customers.
• Help manage daily store operations including opening/closing, cash handling, and floor coverage.
• Move with purpose by keeping the store organized, customer ready, and running smoothly.
• Follow all safety, loss prevention, and standard operating procedures to protect customers, teammates, and product.
• Take an owner/operator mindset by addressing issues, maintaining standards, and taking ownership of store execution.
• Leverage retail technology and digital tools to enhance the customer experience, enable associates on the sales floor, and support efficient store operations.
• Serve as Manager on Duty when scheduled, providing confident leadership and clear direction.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of store associates.
• Coach teammates in real time, recognizing wins and helping close performance gaps.
• Jump in wherever needed to support the team and store priorities.

Skills

Retail Experience

Leadership

Communication

Flexible Hours

Ownership

KPIs

Job description

Foot Locker in the United States is seeking an Assistant Store Manager who will energize the sales floor, coach the team, and help drive store performance. You’ll partner with the Store Manager to deliver outstanding customer experiences and meet daily targets.

As a hands-on leader, you’ll own floor execution, openness to feedback, and adherence to safety and SOPs. This role offers growth within a dynamic sport-fashion retailer committed to culture and community.