Retail Store Leadership: Assistant Manager & Supervisor

JD Sports Fashion PLC; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

JD Finish Line in Santa Monica seeks an experienced Store Manager/Assistant in a dynamic retail environment. You will lead daily operations, inspire a high‑performing team, and deliver outstanding customer service to shoppers.

The role offers autonomy to shape store success and contribute to growth. The ideal candidate has proven retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a customer-centric approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Retail Store Manager or similar role with a track record of hitting sales targets and leading a team.
• Strong leadership with excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering outstanding shopping experiences.
• Analytical skills to analyze sales data, budgets, and drive informed decisions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Tech-savvy with basic familiarity of retail management software.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management: recruit, train and develop a motivated team and provide feedback to ensure top performance.
• Customer Experience: create an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs and resolving issues.
• Sales & Performance: drive store sales and profitability via merchandising, promotions, and targets.
• Operational Excellence: oversee inventory, visual merchandising, and store maintenance per policy and safety rules.
• Financial Management: manage store budgets, control expenses, and analyze sales data.
• Marketing & Community Engagement: implement local marketing and build relationships with the community to boost brand presence.
• Innovation & Problem-Solving: stay updated on industry trends and propose improvements to operations.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team development

Customer service

Sales focused

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JD Finish Line in Santa Monica seeks an experienced Store Manager/Assistant in a dynamic retail environment. You will lead daily operations, inspire a high‑performing team, and deliver outstanding customer service to shoppers.

The role offers autonomy to shape store success and contribute to growth. The ideal candidate has proven retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a customer-centric approach.