Store Sales Manager: Lead a High-Impact, High-Volume Team

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of a high‑volume retail store, overseeing Hardlines and Softlines while translating business goals into clear priorities that drive sales, merchandising excellence, and operational consistency.

You will coach a diverse team of leaders and team members, using sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to improve productivity and profitability, while upholding safety standards and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience.
• Experience leading departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets.
• Strong customer service mindset with effective communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Business acumen with an understanding of sales performance, labor planning, and profitability.
• Ability to interpret reports and use metrics to inform decisions and priorities.
• Working knowledge of inventory systems, payroll processes, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to complete and maintain required certifications, including Firearms Sales and Power Industrial Truck.
• Comfortably manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring all transactions meet federal and state requirements through accurate completion of ATF Form 4473, background check verification, and final approval.
• A team‑first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day performance of a high‑volume retail store.
• Oversee both Hardlines and Softlines, translating business goals into clear priorities that drive sales, merchandising excellence, and operational consistency across all departments.
• Coach, develop, and inspire a diverse team of leaders and team members, building capability through training, feedback, and accountability.
• Use sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to plan and adjust strategies that improve productivity and profitability.
• Maintain strong in‑stock and visual standards and ensure policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements are upheld.
• Collaborate with the Store Director and fellow store leaders to align priorities and deliver a best‑in‑class store experience.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Problem-Solving

Sales Performance

Labor Planning

Inventory Management

Microsoft Office

Decision-Making

Team Building

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of a high‑volume retail store, overseeing Hardlines and Softlines while translating business goals into clear priorities that drive sales, merchandising excellence, and operational consistency.

You will coach a diverse team of leaders and team members, using sales metrics, labor plans, and inventory insights to improve productivity and profitability, while upholding safety standards and regulatory