Store Sales Manager: Lead Customer Experience & Growth

Michaels; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telemedicine services

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Voluntary insurance options

Employee discounts and partner program

Job summary

Michaels in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Sales Manager to lead front-end and service operations, drive sales, and coach a customer-focused team. You will model selling behaviors, manage MOD coverage, and oversee loyalty programs and in-store events.

The role requires at least 3 years of retail leadership experience and a commitment to brand standards and operational excellence. This is a full-time position with opportunities to influence Balloons, Knit & Sew, and Custom Framing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years retail leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to 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.

Job description

Michaels in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Sales Manager to lead front-end and service operations, drive sales, and coach a customer-focused team. You will model selling behaviors, manage MOD coverage, and oversee loyalty programs and in-store events.

The role requires at least 3 years of retail leadership experience and a commitment to brand standards and operational excellence. This is a full-time position with opportunities to influence Balloons, Knit & Sew, and Custom Framing initiatives.