Retail Store Manager: Lead Sales & Team Growth

Hibbett, Inc.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hibbett, Inc. is seeking a Store Manager for our Gastonia, NC location. The role requires driving store sales, leading a team, and ensuring efficient operations in a competitive retail environment.

The Store Manager will mentor staff, manage payroll, monitor inventory, and uphold company policies. This non-exempt hourly position reports to the District Sales Manager and offers a pathway to leadership within a growing athletic-fashion retailer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in retail footwear and athletic apparel preferred.
• Experience managing and cultivating a sales team.
• 3-5 years of customer service experience.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinker with business acumen.
• Ability to problem solve and juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive store sales and sales goals, focusing on company growth.
• Manage store assets and operations to ensure efficiency.
• Direct and oversee all sales efforts in the store.
• Train and mentor store associates in sales strategies and skills.
• Monitor sales statistics, inventory, and expenses to drive profit.
• Collaborate with District Sales Manager to enforce policies and goals.
• Direct staff to complete all responsibilities and standards in each department.
• Mentor Sales Associates, Assistant Managers, and Managers in Training.
• Recruit, hire, train, discipline, and evaluate personnel.
• Manage payroll and scheduling to meet labor goals.
• Maintain store security and asset protection.
• Collaborate with Asset Protection to prevent theft and shrink.
• Keep District Sales Manager informed about inventory movement.
• Drive inventory goals and merchandising strategies.
• Communicate marketing plans and stay aware of customer trends.
• Monitor competition and community events for opportunities.

Skills

Retail leadership

Sales training

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Job description

Hibbett, Inc. is seeking a Store Manager for our Gastonia, NC location. The role requires driving store sales, leading a team, and ensuring efficient operations in a competitive retail environment.

The Store Manager will mentor staff, manage payroll, monitor inventory, and uphold company policies. This non-exempt hourly position reports to the District Sales Manager and offers a pathway to leadership within a growing athletic-fashion retailer.