Store Sales Leader: Elevate Service & Growth

Academy Sports and Outdoors; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a busy store, drive sales, and maintain high service standards. You will oversee hardlines and softlines, translating goals into actionable priorities and ensuring in‑stock levels and visuals meet brand standards.

The role focuses on people leadership, coaching, and accountable execution. You will partner with the Store Director and department leaders to foster a high-performing team, improve profitability, and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience leading departments up to 40 team members and driving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day performance of a high-volume retail store.
• Set priorities to drive sales, merchandising, and operations.
• Coach and develop a diverse team of leaders and staff.
• Use metrics and labor plans to improve productivity and profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Sales targets

Operations management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory systems

Payroll processes

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a busy store, drive sales, and maintain high service standards. You will oversee hardlines and softlines, translating goals into actionable priorities and ensuring in‑stock levels and visuals meet brand standards.

The role focuses on people leadership, coaching, and accountable execution. You will partner with the Store Director and department leaders to foster a high-performing team, improve profitability, and ensure safety and