Who We AreKnown 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 1981 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 RoleWorking at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude, and a way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; wepaveour path and are elite within our field. 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 like-minded individuals to join the movement.This position will have you overseeing the management and visual presentation of all relevant stores to help achieve profitable sales growth through the development of staff and implementation of short and long-term company goals.JD Sports is growing and with that comes an exciting new Area Manager opportunity based in NSW, overseeing 6 stores across NSW/ACT.Mt DruittWollongongShellharbourMacarthur SquareBlacktownCanberraReporting to the Senior Area Manager, your duties will include (but not be limited to) the following:Lead by example to set management expectations across your team and manage performanceTrain, mentor, and coach Team Members to work towards goals and succession planningManage all key financial KPIs to deliver growth on a budgetVisit all stores on a regular rotation to develop teams and ensure stores are performing at the required level for current and future growthRecruit, induct, and train the management team to build bench strength for future expansionLead and develop the team to deliver consistency across business intelligenceLead visual set-up of all new store openings and ensure relevant stores are upholding their visual representationManage customer experience standards in-storeDrive management team to budget set daily and weekly on all business KPIsManage priorities and responsibilities from all areas of the business, i.e Head Office, Distribution Centre, Merchandise, and Buying teamsEscalation point of contact for all store issuesWhat we are looking forA highly experienced and well-rounded retailer with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in Area ManagementYou have previous experience in a fast-paced and similar retailerEncompass all the necessary leadership skills to train, coach, and develop your teamA proven track record in driving and exceeding set KPIs while also motivating your stores to achieve their set KPIsExcellent problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to manage competing priorities, tasks, and overall expectationsAn ability to work with stakeholders at all levels as you will need to manage multiple priorities across all departmentsHighly analytical individual with a strong attention to detailExceptional written and verbal communication skills is essentialWhat's in it for youOpportunity to work for a growing international brandAttractive salary and quarterly bonus structureAn opportunity to be an integral part of new store openings across MelbourneGenerous staff discounts across all brandsL&D Programs and training to support your growthAccess to employee assistance programCOVID safe practices implemented in storeWe 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.
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