WHO WE ARE Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports is one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel.
Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers, striving to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion.
In 2017, JD Sports first established itself within the Australian market and has since expanded to 60+ stores in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA & TAS with many more to come!
THE ROLE Working as an Assistant Store Manager for JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. Afterall, there is a reason why we are recognised internationally as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers'. At JD Sports, we carefully curate our products to give our customers the most exclusive ranges from the most elite brands, and we apply the same strategy to our talent. We are passionate, talented, dedicated, proud, and hungry for success and we want likeminded individuals to join the movement.
As an Assistant Store Manager, you will work in partnership with your Store Manager to inspire your team to achieve greatness across all touch points of your store. You will assist in overseeing the day-to-day running's of your store to achieve, if not exceed financial KPI's, and ensure visual excellence of product is merchandised as per directive of the business. In the absence of the Store Manager, you are the first point of contact for all staff and customer concerns and are responsible for ensuring our customers are being delivered world class service to the standards of the business.
COMMERCIALISM AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Ensure sales targets and KPI's are communicated to the team and are being monitored dailyManage conversion, ATV and UPT to deliver growth to budgetTake immediate action to resolve underperformance on a daily basisAssist the Store Manager with creating and reviewing store base rostersComplete daily walkthroughs with your Store Manager and Visual Merchandiser to ensure visual priorities are presented to the JD standard and will attract, engage, and motivate customers to purchaseRESILIENCE, ADAPTABILITY AND PACE Ability to adapt to continuously changing processes and procedures, due to JD Sports business rapid growthDemonstrate exceptional Customer Service standards and effectively floor manage the team across all areas to deliver a 'service over task' environmentAbility to manage multiple key priorities in your store from people management, sales targets, campaign launches, visual merchandising, stock management, P&L and in-store marketingDelegate certain tasks to other Managers within your store and ensure the store set up always remains synonymous to company directiveDYNAMIC PEOPLE MANAGEMENT Set clear expectations both daily and weekly to motivate and inspire your teamTrain the team on all internal and external loss prevention procedures, and lead by example through demonstration to ensure these processes are adhered toDeliver regular updates to your Store Manager regarding operations and people performance, highlighting key improvements and achievementsInspire, train and support your team to drive a world class experience for the JD customersSELF-DEVELOPMENT AND DETERMINATION We understand that self-development and determination is subjective to the individual. So, ask yourself, do you value self-development and take every opportunity to learn and grow?
Whatever your answer is, if you think you have what it takes to join the 'Undisputed King of Trainers' we want to hear it!
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Work with some of the best product and biggest sports fashion brands in the marketTraining and development to evolve and shape your careerOpportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution CentreTreat yourself to our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and familyAccess to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health championsOne month paid parental leavefor full-time employeesWe are passionate about connecting with skilled and dynamic individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career.
JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated.
What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey.
Please note, be applying for this role you consent for us to complete a VEVO Check in order to verify your working rights where required.
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