Store Manager In Training - Mount Gravatt at JD Sports Australia & New Zealand

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Retail leadership, Sales management, KPI management, Roster management, Wage control, Financial reporting, Team coaching, Loss prevention, Visual merchandising, Operational excellence, Stock optimization, Performance management

Industry

Retail

Description

WHO ARE WE Known as the ‘Undisputed King of Trainers’, JD Sports reigns as one of the leading global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel. Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, UK, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion and now operates 3,400+ stores worldwide. We inspire the emerging generation through a powerful connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion. JD Sports launched in Australia and New Zealand in 2017 and has since grown to 70+ stores across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and TAS. With strong customer demand and continued expansion, we are investing in developing the next generation of Store Managers across NSW. THE ROLE This role offers a structured 12-18 month development pathway, preparing you to step confidently into a Upper Management position with development support from experienced QLD leadership in a competitive metro trading environment. As a Store Manager in Training, you will partner with the Store Manager to drive commercial performance, operational excellence and team capability. This is more than a support role you will take ownership of key trading outcomes, lead teams on the floor and in Back of House, and build the capability required to manage your own store. You will be responsible for, but not limited to the following: Partner with your Store Manager to deliver sales, wage and profitability targets Analyse trading reports to identify opportunities to improve conversion, ATV and UPT Support stock optimisation and loss prevention strategies Drive disciplined roster management aligned to productivity Lead, coach and develop team members to deliver strong individual and store performance Role model JD leadership behaviours and premium service standards Support succession development and identify emerging talent Ensure Back of House and sales floor execution is structured and efficient Protect brand and visual merchandising standards in high-traffic environments Support safe and compliant store operations WHO YOU ARE 3-5+ years retail leadership experience, ideally in high-volume or flagship environments Proven track record of driving and exceeding KPIs Experience managing rosters and wage control Comfortable analysing financial reports and trading data Strong coach with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable Resilient and confident in fast-paced trading environments Ambitious and motivated to progress into a Store Manager role WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Clear 12-18 month pathway into an Upper Management role Exposure to high-volume, flagship-level trading environments Structured leadership development and progression milestones Competitive staff discount (including friends and family) Access to Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions Paid parental leave for eligible employees Opportunity to progress across Retail, Support Office and Distribution Centre JD Sports 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: By applying for this role, you consent for us to complete a VEVO Check to verify your working rights where required.

Responsibilities

You will partner with the Store Manager to drive commercial performance, operational excellence, and team capability. Responsibilities include managing sales targets, analyzing trading reports, and leading team members on the sales floor.