District Manager in Training - Fast-Track Retail Leader

Ocean State Job Lot; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Journeys is seeking a District Sales Manager in Training to supervise retail store locations in the assigned district, developing necessary skill sets to perform the DSM duties.

You will drive district sales, coach staff, recruit and hire, conduct store visits, and ensure adherence to company policies. The role requires 1–2 years retail experience, willingness to travel, and a strong customer focus.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years retail sales experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively within district.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Achieve district sales goals and profitability targets.
• Support the DSM in evaluating people and performance.
• Assist in staffing stores within the district.
• Assist in managing Loss Prevention practices within the district.
• Direct store operations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees.
• Recruit, interview, and hire store management candidates as per Regional/DSM instructions.
• Train, develop, and promote store employees within the district.

Skills

Retail sales

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Job description

Journeys is seeking a District Sales Manager in Training to supervise retail store locations in the assigned district, developing necessary skill sets to perform the DSM duties.

You will drive district sales, coach staff, recruit and hire, conduct store visits, and ensure adherence to company policies. The role requires 1–2 years retail experience, willingness to travel, and a strong customer focus.