Store Manager - Kansas City Area

JD Sports North America; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on merchandise

Open-minded culture for new ideas

Exciting work environment

Job summary

Shoe Palace Corporation in Kansas City is seeking assistant managers and managers to lead a dynamic retail team. You will drive sales, deliver outstanding customer service, and coach staff to achieve goals in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, teamwork, and a hands-on approach to daily operations, including staffing, training, and ensuring store standards. We value reliability, honesty, and a passion for sneakers and community.

Qualifications

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Responsibilities

• Hire, manage and motivate your team to operate at a high level
• Drive and create sales by delivering exceptional customer service and meeting sales goals
• Make sure customers are receiving the ultimate experience from your team
• Lead by example; Follow all policies and procedures at all times

Skills

Team Player

Loyal

Leader

Innovative

Enthusiastic

Dedicated

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

The Role

Do you usually find yourself leading the way, being an integral member of the team, keeping the team working together, and reaching goals? Are you looking for a career in a challenging and exciting environment? The ideal candidate will be goal‑oriented, data‑savvy, and open to constant growth! You are the person making all the business decisions and taking on full responsibility to ensure the store is successful at all times. Do you have what it takes? Join the winning team! Here’s what a day at work may look like…

Responsibilities

• Hire, manage and motivate your team to operate at a high level
• Drive and create sales by delivering exceptional customer service and meeting sales goals
• Make sure customers are receiving the ultimate experience from your team
• Lead by example; Follow all policies and procedures at all times

About You

• High School or equivalent
• 1-3 years of retail management
• Make sure you understand Shoe Palace is full of opportunities and changes
• You have the people skills to grow your team
• A desire to work hard and be successful
• Computer savvy
• Honesty and loyalty, we have a strong team so we need someone even stronger to lead it

Desired Experience (Optional)

It would be great but not completely necessary to have…

• Experience in selling Athletic Shoes a plus.
• Experience working with a growing company

What we bring to the table

Growth!

Benefits

• Benefits You like discounts? We got you!
• An open mind for new ideas
• Exciting work environment

Positions

WE ARE LOOKING FOR ASSISTANT MANAGERS AND MANAGERS

Company Overview

Shoe Palace is one of the most-trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States. What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site — shoepalace.com. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations.

Qualifications

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience Preferred

2 years: Retail Management

Pay Range

$19.00-$19.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Company Culture

Shoe Palace has been a trusted name in athletic footwear and apparel since 1993. What started as a small family business has grown into a nationwide brand with a strong in-store and online presence. Our success comes from a commitment to premium products, exceptional service, and a deep passion for sneaker culture. More than just a retailer, we value community, giving back through various initiatives that make a lasting impact. At Shoe Palace, we foster a team-oriented environment where individuals can grow, thrive, and contribute to something bigger.