Assistant Store Manager: Lead the Floor & Own It

Foot Locker; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rate of Pay: $16.50 / Hour + Bonus In

30-50% Employee Discount

Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave

Weekly Pay

Life, Medical and Dental Coverage

Job summary

Foot Locker in Columbus, OH is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to lead with energy and ownership on the sales floor. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive sales, coach a diverse team, and maintain daily store operations with a focus on customer experience.

As a hands-on leader, you will manage opening/closing procedures, ensure product availability, and uphold safety standards while delivering high-energy service that aligns with our “Always on, Never no” culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of retail experience, preferably in a leadership role.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and engage a diverse team.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• 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; bring 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.

Skills

Store leadership

Coaching

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Ownership mindset

Job description

Foot Locker in Columbus, OH is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to lead with energy and ownership on the sales floor. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive sales, coach a diverse team, and maintain daily store operations with a focus on customer experience.

As a hands-on leader, you will manage opening/closing procedures, ensure product availability, and uphold safety standards while delivering high-energy service that aligns with our “Always on, Never no” culture.