Store Manager,Retail & Store Manager Job Birmingham area,Alabama USA,Retail

Benefits

Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement

Do you have a passion for people, leadership, and creating an incredible guest experience? Are you motivated to lead a team, oversee store operations, and inspire both guests and Team Members alike? This might be your dream job!

At Alabama Outdoors, we’re serious about providing an incredible guest experience in an active, fun, lifestyle apparel environment
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We are looking for an energetic, organized, and people-first Store Manager who can balance guest service, staff development, and operational leadership. The Store Manager is responsible for building a healthy store culture, developing future leaders, and ensuring excellence across all aspects of the store.

Position Summary

The Store Manager serves as the primary leader of the store, responsible for overall performance and culture. This role leads the team by:

Coaching, mentoring, and developing Team Members
Creating a welcoming, safe, and service-driven environment
Leading by example on the sales floor
Recruiting, hiring, and onboarding Team Members
Communicating expectations, needs, and areas of improvement with Store Support
Driving team engagement and cultivating a positive store culture
Overseeing daily store operations with excellence

The Store Manager should spend the majority of time on the sales floor (at least 80%) leading the team, connecting with guests, and ensuring the store environment reflects AO standards.

Position Daily Duties

Lead by example on the sales floor — engaging with guests and modeling AO service standards.

Hire, train, and develop Team Members to deliver excellence.

Oversee Assistant Managers and Team Leads to ensure tasks are completed properly and on time.

Lead daily huddles and team engagement initiatives.

Ensure sales floor coverage is optimal throughout the day.

Support merchandising, recovery, and floor set execution to meet company standards.

Provide coaching and feedback to Team Members regularly.

Partner with Store Support to communicate needs, expectations, and opportunities for improvement.

Conduct corrective action and terminate Team Members when necessary.

Perform other leadership duties to ensure smooth daily operations.

Keys to Success at Alabama Outdoors

Passion for People – Deliver excellence and engaging guest service. Treat every guest like they are the most important person of the day — for every single person who comes into our stores.

Passion for Products – Strive to be the expert on key products so you can confidently share and highlight what we offer.

Passion for Excellence – Strive for high standards in service, training, and store leadership.

Passion for Leadership – Lead by example, motivate your team, and develop future leaders.

Position Requirements

Proven leadership experience in retail or guest service management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Experience in recruiting, hiring, and developing staff
Ability to lift or move up to 50-pound boxes or racks
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods of time
Proficiency with Point of Sale systems;
Excel knowledge preferred

How to Apply

Please include/attach a cover letter detailing why you would be a good fit for this position, along with your resume. Applicants with a cover letter will be considered first.

Please include any related experience in retail, guest service, or leadership
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Schedule Requirements

Tuesday – Saturday, 40 hours a Week, One Saturday Off Per Month

Pay Range

Salary Position (Based on Location and Experience)

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Store Manager, Retail & Store Manager