Assistant Store Manager - Lead the Floor

Foot Locker, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,655,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $19.50

Bonus incentives

Employee discount

Paid time off

Life, medical & dental coverage

Job summary

Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Nashville to lead with energy and ownership, driving sales, coaching the team, and ensuring a strong store operation. You will act as Manager on Duty, support hiring and training, and maintain exceptional customer experiences on the floor.

You will move with urgency, stay connected with customers and teammates, and uphold the “Always on, Never no” mindset to elevate store performance and culture.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ownership

Job description

Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Nashville to lead with energy and ownership, driving sales, coaching the team, and ensuring a strong store operation. You will act as Manager on Duty, support hiring and training, and maintain exceptional customer experiences on the floor.

You will move with urgency, stay connected with customers and teammates, and uphold the “Always on, Never no” mindset to elevate store performance and culture.