Store Manager
$15,000–$20,000 year
On-siteBedford, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead the store with energy and visibility, driving strong performance across sales, service, and operational execution. Inspire and motivate the team on the shop floor to create a high-impact JD experience that converts customer demand into commercial success. Use real-time performance insights and trading trends to make quick, commercial decisions that maximize store results. Maintain premium operational and visual standards, ensuring product availability, impactful presentation, and a safe, compliant environment. Develop and grow talent within the store through coaching, structured feedback, and clear progression pathways. This role requires full ownership of store culture and daily execution, demanding decisive leadership and strategic commercial awareness to deliver exceptional results every day.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in retail management
- Ability to lead and motivate teams
- Commercially sharp capability
- Strong capability in interpreting performance data
- Capability in interpreting product trends
- Capability in interpreting customer behaviour
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated success in delivering strong sales results
- Ability to maintain exceptional operational standards
Desired Qualifications
- Passion for trainers
- Passion for sports fashion
- Passion for the JD brand identity
- Proactive, solutions-driven leadership
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving retail environment
- Hands-on and highly visible presence on the shop floor
- Ability to lead by example across all areas of the store
- Resilience during busy trading periods
- Adaptability during product launches
- Composure during high-pressure moments
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