Dynamic Assistant Store Leader | Drive Sales & Experience

Footlocker; Hillsdale (CA); On-site; USD 3,306,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + bonuses

Employee discount

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Life/Medical/Dental coverage

Parental leave

Career development

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking an Assistant Store Manager (ASM) to lead with energy, ownership, and purpose on the sales floor. You’ll support the Store Manager in driving sales, coaching the team, and keeping the store running strong, day in and day out.

This hands-on leader will move with urgency, stay connected to customers and teammates, take ownership of store execution, leverage retail technology, and help mentor and onboard new staff for consistent performance.

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.
• Manage daily store operations including opening/closing, cash handling, and floor coverage.
• Follow 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 leadership

Coaching

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Customer focus

Job description

Foot Locker is seeking an Assistant Store Manager (ASM) to lead with energy, ownership, and purpose on the sales floor. You’ll support the Store Manager in driving sales, coaching the team, and keeping the store running strong, day in and day out.

This hands-on leader will move with urgency, stay connected to customers and teammates, take ownership of store execution, leverage retail technology, and help mentor and onboard new staff for consistent performance.