Store Sales Leader: Inspire a High-Performance Team

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is hiring a Sales Manager in Ocala, FL to lead a high-volume store, directing both Hardlines and Softlines. You’ll translate business goals into actionable priorities, coach a diverse team, and drive profitability while maintaining strong in‑stock levels and visual standards.

You’ll rely on sales data, labor planning, and inventory insights to optimize performance, while upholding safety and compliance across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Proven track record of leading teams and achieving sales targets.
• Strong customer service mindset with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day performance of a high-volume retail store.
• Oversee Hardlines and Softlines and translate business goals into clear priorities.
• Coach, develop, and inspire a diverse team of leaders and team members.
• Use sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to drive productivity and profitability.
• Ensure safety, policies, and regulatory requirements are upheld.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Management

Operations

Team Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

POS Systems

MS Office

Inventory Systems

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is hiring a Sales Manager in Ocala, FL to lead a high-volume store, directing both Hardlines and Softlines. You’ll translate business goals into actionable priorities, coach a diverse team, and drive profitability while maintaining strong in‑stock levels and visual standards.

You’ll rely on sales data, labor planning, and inventory insights to optimize performance, while upholding safety and compliance across departments.