Retail-Sales Manager

michaels; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Telemedicine

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Discount programs

Job summary

Michaels Careers in Huntsville, AL are seeking a Sales Manager to lead a high-performing store team, drive customer-focused selling, and ensure operational excellence. You will coach team members, manage SOPs, and champion brand standards while delivering strong sales and service results across front-end operations.

The role requires 3+ years of retail leadership, MOD coverage, and expertise in customer experience and loyalty enrollment, including omni-channel fulfillment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years retail leadership experience.
• Proven ability to drive selling behaviors and KPIs.
• Strong customer-service coaching and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations and customer experience across front-end and service areas.
• Drive sales results and omni-channel execution including BOPIS and delivery.
• Provide MOD coverage and ensure policy compliance and SOP adherence.
• Coach staff on selling behaviors, brand standards, and operational excellence.
• Oversee POS, Self-Checkout, and loyalty program enrollment.
• Support in-store programs (Balloons, Knit & Sew, Custom Framing in volume shops).
• Develop team through onboarding and ongoing skill-building.
• Maintain asset protection practices and shrink reduction.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer experience

Coaching

Job description

Store - HUNTSVILLE-EAST, AL

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 standards, 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 assigned

Other duties as assigned

Minimum 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.

Company Overview

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.com and Michaels.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 visit www.michaels.com .

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• telemedicine services
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• various voluntary insurance options
• employee discounts
• 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.

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).