Job Description
Who Are We
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 1+81 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 a 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 a Store Manager, you will inspire your team to achieve greatness across all touch points of your store. You will lead, drive, develop and motivate your team to maximise store profitability, exceed KPI’s and grow YOUR JD Sports business. All whilst ensuring you are delivering an internationally recognised, industry-leading service for our JD Sports customers.
COMMERCIALISM AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Ensure sales targets and KPI’s are achieved, if not exceeded
Optimise and elevate store profitability through strategic business planning and analysis of store sales density
Drive your business by analysing sales reporting and understanding your customer market’s needs and wants
Execute effective Visual Merchandising by presenting product to the JD standard that will attract, engage, and motivate customers to purchase
RESILIENCE, ADAPTABILITY AND PACE
Ability to adapt to continuously changing processes and procedures, due to the JD Sports business rapid growth
Confidence to make quick executive decisions in high pressure situations
Ability to manage multiple key priorities in your store from people management, sales targets, campaign launches, visual merchandising, stock management, P&L and in-store marketing
Delegate certain tasks to other Managers within your store to ensure you are investing your time where it is needed most
Manage store Back of House set up and complete daily walk through of all BOH areas to ensure stock replenishment, receipting and processing procedures are adhered to
DYNAMIC PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Motivate, inspire, and lead your team to bring their ‘best self’ to work each day
Develop and implement measurable succession planning for your team’s career goals
Successfully performance manage employees were appropriate through training, support, and empathy
Utilise your team by identifying their individual strengths and supporting with their areas of opportunity
Responsible for all areas of recruitment including screening, interviewing and working closely with the HR and Payroll team to ensure a smooth ‘on-boarding’ process for all new starters
SELF-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 market
Training and development to evolve and shape your career
Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre
Treat yourself with our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family
Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions
One month paid parental leave for full-time employees
We 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.
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 1+81 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 a 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 a Store Manager, you will inspire your team to achieve greatness across all touch points of your store. You will lead, drive, develop and motivate your team to maximise store profitability, exceed KPI’s and grow YOUR JD Sports business. All whilst ensuring you are delivering an internationally recognised, industry-leading service for our JD Sports customers.
COMMERCIALISM AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Ensure sales targets and KPI’s are achieved, if not exceeded
Optimise and elevate store profitability through strategic business planning and analysis of store sales density
Drive your business by analysing sales reporting and understanding your customer market’s needs and wants
Execute effective Visual Merchandising by presenting product to the JD standard that will attract, engage, and motivate customers to purchase
RESILIENCE, ADAPTABILITY AND PACE
Ability to adapt to continuously changing processes and procedures, due to the JD Sports business rapid growth
Confidence to make quick executive decisions in high pressure situations
Ability to manage multiple key priorities in your store from people management, sales targets, campaign launches, visual merchandising, stock management, P&L and in-store marketing
Delegate certain tasks to other Managers within your store to ensure you are investing your time where it is needed most
Manage store Back of House set up and complete daily walk through of all BOH areas to ensure stock replenishment, receipting and processing procedures are adhered to
DYNAMIC PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Motivate, inspire, and lead your team to bring their ‘best self’ to work each day
Develop and implement measurable succession planning for your team’s career goals
Successfully performance manage employees were appropriate through training, support, and empathy
Utilise your team by identifying their individual strengths and supporting with their areas of opportunity
Responsible for all areas of recruitment including screening, interviewing and working closely with the HR and Payroll team to ensure a smooth ‘on-boarding’ process for all new starters
SELF-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 market
Training and development to evolve and shape your career
Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre
Treat yourself with our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family
Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions
One month paid parental leave for full-time employees
We 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The New Store Opening| | Store Manager | Colonnades position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Old Noarlunga offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
