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Store Manager - Charlestown

CompanyJD Sports Australia & New Zealand
LocationNewcastle-Maitland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 30, 2026
About The Company
JD Sports is the world’s leading sports fashion retailer, connecting consumers with the biggest brands, latest products and most influential trends shaping youth culture today. With an extensive range of footwear, apparel and accessories across men’s, women’s and kids’, JD offers a curated mix of the best global sports fashion trends alongside hundreds of exclusive products available Only At JD. Our range highlights the best products from our global key account partners, including Nike, Jordan, adidas, ASICS, New Balance, On, Hoodrich and many more. Driven by our global Forever Forward mindset, JD sits at the intersection of sport, fashion and culture, inspiring the next generation through authentic brand partnerships, premium retail experiences and a commitment to staying ahead of what’s next. From major cities to local communities, JD continues to power youth culture on every corner of the world.
About the Role

WHO WE ARE

Known as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports is one of the world's biggest sports fashion brands.

We are a global retailer with over 3,400 stores worldwide, connecting people to Sport, Music, and Fashion culture. In Australia since 2017, we now have opened 70+ stores across Australia and New Zealand.

At JD Sports, we don't follow trends - we create them. We are looking for passionate people to join our team and help us stay elite in our field.

THE ROLE

This role operates Tuesday to Saturday with varying hours. By applying, you confirm your availability to work across those days.

At JD Sports, our customers come first. As a Store Manager, you'll run a busy store with a large team and significant financial turnover, creating exceptional customer experience while managing multiple department leaders and driving sales targets.

This is a senior leadership role where you'll coach and develop your team, manage store operations, drive commerciality through smart product placement, and maximise profitability through driving sales and KPIs with your team. You'll create a positive workplace where everyone can grow while delivering the results through strong leadership and strategic thinking.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Quarterly bonuses for Store Manager and Assistant Managers

  • Work in a dynamic global business and engage with some of the best products and biggest sports fashion brands in the market 

  • We are growing 10+ stores each year, which allows a lot of internal progression

  • Training and development opportunities to kickstart, evolve and shape your career 

  • Store Manager conference each year, where we fly all our leaders to Sydney for two days to align focuses and initiatives for the coming year

  • Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business in a wide range of roles including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre 

  • Access to our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family 

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions

  • New people system designed to improve your employee experience

  • Anniversary gifts to celebrate teams' milestones

  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave to support you and your growing family

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

  • Experience coaching teams to deliver exceptional service and build customer loyalty

  • Proven ability to drive consistent service standards across multiple departments while maintaining a seamless customer experience

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

  • Proven track record of hitting sales targets and managing budgets

  • Experience using data and reports to drive profitability and identify opportunities

COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS

  • Strong retail operations experience with efficient process management

  • Experience leading back-of-house teams with high-volume deliveries

  • Understanding of driving profit through using reports and smart product placement

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

  • Experience managing department managers or large full-time teams, plus planning who can step up into future roles

  • Proven ability to build a positive team culture through coaching and recognising good work

  • Track record of hiring and developing strong retail staff

  • Experience managing underperformance and maintaining team standards

We are passionate about connecting with driven and skilled 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.

Key Skills
Team leadershipRetail operationsSales managementKPI managementCustomer experienceBudget managementStaff coachingPerformance managementCommercial awarenessInventory managementStrategic planningConflict resolutionRecruitmentData analysis
Categories
RetailManagement & LeadershipSalesCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Quarterly bonusesInternal progression opportunitiesTraining and developmentStaff discountEmployee assistance programMental health supportAnniversary giftsPaid parental leave
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Store Manager is responsible for overseeing daily store operations, driving sales targets, and managing financial performance. They will lead, coach, and develop a large team to ensure exceptional customer service and a positive workplace culture.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
961
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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