FT Sales Manager

Michaels Stores; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Michaels Companies Inc. is seeking a Sales Manager for our Pasadena, CA store to lead a high-performing selling culture and deliver strong sales results with an engaging customer experience.

You will oversee front-end operations, customer service, SOP adherence, and day-to-day store execution while coaching associates to meet KPIs and ensure policy compliance. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends and early mornings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years retail leadership experience.
• Ability to lead front-end and service operations.
• Ability to drive sales and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to SOPs and Company programs.
• Ensure execution of Company policies and store standards; hold team accountable.
• Model and coach customer experience and selling behaviors to boost conversion.
• Provide Manager-on-Duty coverage; maintain floor leadership and service standards.
• Oversee accurate use of POS and Self-Checkout; support transactions and customer support.
• Promote and enroll customers in Loyalty Rewards Program to drive retention.
• Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop and related areas.
• Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery; omni-channel service.
• Train and develop team members through structured onboarding and ongoing skill-building.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Coaching

SOP compliance

Tools

POS systems

Self-Checkout

Job description

Store - LA-PASADENA, CA
The Sales Manager leads and champions a high-performing selling culture across the store, driving strong sales results and an engaging customer experience. This role oversees front-end and service operations, ensuring consistent execution of selling behaviors, brand standards, and operational expectations. The Sales Manager supports the achievement of key sales and service KPIs through effective leadership, customer-focused coaching, and efficient day-to-day execution.
Major Activities

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements.
• Ensure execution of Company policies and standard, holding team accountable for store conditions and results.
• Model and coach best-in-class Customer Experience and ART of Selling behaviors, driving conversion and customer satisfaction.
• Provide Manager-on-Duty (MOD) coverage, maintaining floor leadership, service standards, and operational continuity.
• Ensure accurate and efficient use of POS and Self-Checkout systems, supporting smooth transactions and customer support.
• Oversee Balloons business, birthday party operations, and other in-store programs and events
• Promote and enroll customers in the Loyalty Rewards Program, driving retention and repeat visits through consistent execution.
• Champion MCC/Extend services (US only), ensuring team awareness and customer adoption of protection plans and offerings.
• Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop, including expertise and oversight of the Cut Bar experience.
• Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery, delivering timely order fulfillment and strong omni-channel service.
• Support Custom Framing operations, including customer consultations and coordination with the frame shop (in select volume frame shops).
• Train, coach, and develop team members through structured TM onboarding and ongoing skill-building across assigned departments.
• Partner in maintaining strong Asset Protection practices, reducing shrink through awareness, compliance, and safe operations.

Other Duties As AssignedMinimum Type of Experience Required

• 3+ years retail leadership experience

Work Environment

• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
• Ability to move throughout the store
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise and fixtures, up to 25-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to stock and retrieve products.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including scanning items, stocking shelves, and operating POS equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent customer interactions.
• Work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
Total Base Pay Range For This Position
$20.25 - $24.30
This position may be eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with state and local laws.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.comandMichaels.ca.The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visitwww.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families.
Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options.
All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs.
For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page.
For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Applicants and Employees in Unincorporated Los Angeles County: Michaels reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: engage with customers, including minors, including unsupervised minors, and other Team members, especially in high stress situations; accessing company information, assets, property, and products, including cash, checks, and credit card information; and appropriately handling such information, including confidential and personal information of customers and Team Members. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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