High-Impact Retail Store Manager

academy; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Katy, TX is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of a high-volume retail store, guiding both hardlines and softlines to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

You will coach leaders and frontline teammates, translate business goals into actionable priorities, and use sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to boost productivity and profitability while maintaining in-stock and visual standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Demonstrated success leading departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets.
• Strong customer service mindset with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret reports and use metrics to inform decisions.
• Comfort with firearms sales, compliance, and training requirements including ATF Form 4473 and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day performance of a high-volume store.
• Oversee both Hardlines and Softlines, translating business goals into clear priorities.
• Coach, develop, and inspire a diverse team of leaders and team members.
• Utilize sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to improve productivity and profitability while maintaining in-stock and visual standards.
• Ensure policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements are consistently upheld.

Skills

Customer Service

Management

Workforce Management

Driving Results

Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Inventory systems

Payroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Katy, TX is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of a high-volume retail store, guiding both hardlines and softlines to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

You will coach leaders and frontline teammates, translate business goals into actionable priorities, and use sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to boost productivity and profitability while maintaining in-stock and visual standards.