Assistant Store Manager - Christchurch

OverviewJD Sports is a global sports fashion retailer with a strong presence in footwear and apparel.

Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, UK, the group has grown to over 3,400 stores worldwide and operates in Australia and New Zealand with plans for further expansion.

The mission is to offer unparalleled service and style by giving access to the biggest brands and a memorable in-store experience.

Working at JD Sports is framed as a distinct mindset and a commitment to challenging the norm.We are seeking energetic, focused, and passionate individuals to join our team.

The role is rostered across Tuesday to Saturday with varying shift times.

By applying, you confirm your availability to work across these days.

The Assistant Store Manager will lead with a customer-first mindset, deliver great in-store experiences, and inspire the team to achieve this every day.In this role, you will partner with the Store Manager to motivate your team to deliver excellence in every customer interaction, coach for high performance, oversee day-to-day store operations, manage the team to achieve financial budgets and targets, and ensure visual merchandising excellence.

In the absence of the Store Manager, you are the first point of contact for your team to ensure high-quality customer service.ResponsibilitiesLead with a customer-first mindset; coach and inspire the team to create exceptional customer experiences and build loyalty to the brand and store.Drive store performance to meet financial budgets and targets by analysing data and reports to identify opportunities and mitigate risks in sales, inventory, and operations.Prioritise time, tasks, and processes to maximise return on investment in retail operations.Create a positive and motivating store environment; nurture a culture where everyone is valued, recognised, and enabled to succeed through feedback, coaching, training, and recognition; attract, recruit and develop top talent.What's in it for you?

Quarterly bonuses for Store Manager and Assistant ManagersOpportunity to work in a dynamic global business with access to top products and major brandsGrowing portfolio with 10+ store openings each year enabling internal progressionTraining and development opportunities to start and evolve your careerAnnual Store Manager conference for leadership alignmentPotential to progress across retail, support office, and distribution centre rolesStaff discount for you and friends / familyAccess to Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health championsNew people system designed to improve the employee experienceMilestone anniversary giftsPaid parental leave for full-time employeesWe are passionate about connecting with driven and skilled individuals who are invested in their development, so that we can evolve the brand's success alongside 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 to kick start your JD Sports journey.

Please note, by applying you consent for a VEVO check where required to verify working rights.

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