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Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us. Apply today!
The Store Manager (SM) is the owner and cultural ambassador of the business in their store. More than a leader of operations, the SM brings Foot Locker’s sneaker‑first, customer‑obsessed culture to life every day—connecting sport, street, and community through the power of sneakers. This role translates enterprise strategy into local execution that drives results, builds brand loyalty, and creates experiences customers can’t get anywhere else.
Reporting to a District Manager, the Store Manager leads with an Always On, Never No mindset, showing up with energy, urgency, and accountability while embracing an owner/operator mentality. They take full responsibility for what they can control, think like a business owner, and challenge themselves and their teams to win every moment.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence is not used for the process of screening, assessing, or selecting applicants.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Customer Experience & Leadership
Champion an Always on, Never no mentality by setting expectations for solution‑oriented service and strong selling behaviors.
Translate brand and company strategies into engaging, customer‑first experiences on the sales floor.
Drive sales, conversion, and traffic by staying closely connected to the business and adjusting execution in real time.
Business Ownership & Operational Strategy
Own store performance across key metrics including sales, conversion, labor, shrink, and customer experience.
Analyze business trends and performance insights to identify opportunities, drive actions, and drive productivity.
Operate with an owner/operator mindset, balancing immediate needs with sustained store performance.
Leverage technology for training, development, initiatives and company directives.
Ensure consistent execution of all safety, loss prevention, and operational standards.
Talent, Teamwork & Culture
Attract, hire, develop, and retain top talent while building a strong leadership bench.
Coach leaders and associates in the moment; using feedback, recognition, and accountability to raise performance.
Create an inclusive, high‑engagement culture where teams feel empowered, supported, and aligned to goals.
Cross‑Functional Partnership & Market Impact
Partner closely with District Leadership to align store priorities with regional and enterprise strategies.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Merchandising, and Loss Prevention to remove obstacles and elevate execution.
Leverage local market insights to influence staffing, customer engagement, and community presence.
Qualifications
Required
2+ years of retail management experience with accountability for business results and people leadership.
Proven ability to analyze performance, set priorities, and drive execution.
Strong communication skills with comfort influencing across levels and functions.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on leadership.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
High integrity, strong judgment, and a genuine ownership mindset.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field.
Experience in an omnichannel or high‑volume retail environment.
Track record of developing internal talent for next‑level leadership roles.
Benefits
Rate of Pay: $50,000 - $65,000 / year
30-50% Employee Discount
Paid Time Off
Life, Medical and Dental Coverage
Defined Contribution Plan
Stock Purchase Plan
Development and Advancement Opportunities
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