Store Manager

Are You In?

At JD Sports, we don't just lead the game — we define it.

As Store Manager, you'll take full ownership of one of the most iconic names in global sports fashion, setting the pace for performance, standards and culture. You'll drive the store's commercial success, develop a high-performing team and elevate the customer experience to deliver the premium JD standard every single day.

If you're ready to lead confidently, build future talent and shape a world-class store environment in a fast-paced, high-energy retail setting, this is your opportunity to make a real impact and drive the store to outstanding success.

Role Overview

As a Store Manager at JD Sports, you take full ownership of your store's performance, culture and daily execution. You lead from the front, setting expectations, inspiring your team and driving strong commercial results through confident decision-making and a deep understanding of the JD brand.

You create a high-energy environment where colleagues develop, standards remain consistently high and customers receive a premium in-store experience. This role is all about decisive leadership, strategic commercial awareness and the ability to elevate your team so the store delivers exceptional results every single day.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the store with energy, visibility and confidence, driving strong performance across sales, service and operational execution.
• Inspire and motivate the team on the shop floor, creating 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 elevate store results and maximise every opportunity.
• Maintain JD's premium operational and visual standards, ensuring product availability, impactful presentation and a safe, compliant environment.
• Develop and grow talent within the store by providing coaching, structured feedback and clear progression pathways to build future JD leaders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in retail management with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-moving, high-energy environment.
• Dynamic and confident leadership skills, with the ability to drive a performance-focused culture and inspire colleagues at every level.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret performance data, product trends and customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, supporting strong teamwork, engagement and professional customer interactions.
• Demonstrated success in delivering strong sales results and maintaining exceptional operational standards.

Desirable Attributes

• Passion for trainers, sports fashion and the JD brand identity.
• A proactive, solutions-driven approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving retail environment.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong visibility on the shop floor, leading by example across all areas of the store.
• Resilient, adaptable and composed during busy trading periods, product launches and high-pressure situations.

What We Offer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a workplace where every colleague is valued, respected and empowered.

We celebrate the diversity of our teams and strive to ensure that all colleagues, regardless of background, identity or lived experience, can thrive and contribute meaningfully.

As part of our successful and continually evolving company, you'll be encouraged to embrace and uphold our strategic priorities:

• Putting people first
• Being at the forefront of digital innovation
• Staying deeply attuned to our customers
• Pursuing operational excellence

We are always exploring new avenues for growth and welcome individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact every day.

Benefits

We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and, in turn, we offer some amazing benefits:

• Incremental Holiday Allowance
• Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online
• Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work
• Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications