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About Our Company
Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands like Nike, New Era, Adidas, and Mitchell & Ness.
We currently operate 1,200+ locations domestically and 50+ internationally, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain, and numerous MLB teams. In recent years, Lids has built partnerships with iconic global brands including Marvel, Playboy, and the Harlem Globetrotters, and gained ambassadors like Justin Jefferson, Quavo, and Josephine Skriver – creating a community for both sports fans and fashion lovers.
The company is currently expanding with the goal of becoming the largest licensed brick-and-mortar sports retailer across the globe.
General Position Summary
- Produce sales gains by providing excellent customer service.
- Meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
- Provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance, offering feedback on strengths and opportunities in line with Company Objectives.
- Adhere to current visual guidelines, including proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness.
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the Company Dress Code Policy.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Generate Sales
- Produce sales gains by providing customer service.
- Meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
- Provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance, offering feedback on strengths and opportunities in line with Company Objectives.
- Adhere to current visual guidelines, including proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness.
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Dress Code Policy.
Control Expenses
- Protect Company assets within guidelines of LIDS Retail policies.
- Assist in preparing store schedules that ensure proper coverage and adhere to wage control guidelines.
- Follow policies to manage store inventory, including receiving, transferring, pricing, and counting products.
- Maintain proper documentation and record-keeping per policies and legal requirements.
- Open and close the store as required, following procedures.
- Support and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Additional Duties
- Participate in training programs, set goals, and follow up regularly.
- Assist in recruiting and training store personnel.
- Ensure compliance with policies, including inventory and funds security.
- Perform work of subordinates as needed.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience.
- Ability to produce sales results and minimize loss.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency with computers and relevant software.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work with hands overhead.
- Standing for up to 100% of the work time.
- Ability to work independently.
Preferred Skills and Compensation
Assistant Store Managers can earn up to 25% above local minimum wage based on experience. Compensation varies with skills, experience, and location. PT roles include monthly sales bonuses and a 40% employee discount.