Sales manager

Michaels Stores; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels Stores is looking for a Sales Manager in Rochester Hills, MI to lead store operations and drive sales while ensuring a superior customer experience. In this role, you will oversee front-end and service operations, ensuring adherence to company standards and operational expectations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of retail leadership experience and demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills. You will coach your team to maintain high-performing selling behaviors and achieve key sales and service KPIs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of retail leadership experience required.
• Proven ability to lead a team and drive sales results.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure execution of Company policies and standards.
• Model and coach best-in-class Customer Experience.

Skills

Retail leadership experience

Customer service-oriented

Sales management

Job description

Store - DET-ROCHESTER HILLS, MI

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.

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.

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).