Assistant Store Leader - Drive Style & Service

Foot Locker; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Incentive

Employee Discount

Flexible Pay Options

Career Development & Advancement

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) & Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Milford to lead with energy and ownership on the floor, delivering exceptional customer experiences while supporting the Store Manager. You’ll coach, motivate, and engage a diverse team to meet sales and service goals.

You’ll manage daily store operations, follow SOPs, and use digital tools to optimize execution. This role emphasizes ownership, teamwork, and commitment to brand standards in a fast-paced environment.

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

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Job description

Foot Locker is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Milford to lead with energy and ownership on the floor, delivering exceptional customer experiences while supporting the Store Manager. You’ll coach, motivate, and engage a diverse team to meet sales and service goals.

You’ll manage daily store operations, follow SOPs, and use digital tools to optimize execution. This role emphasizes ownership, teamwork, and commitment to brand standards in a fast-paced environment.