Senior Floor Manager

JD Sports- 0173 Reading, 52
-53 Broad Street, READING, Reading, United Kingdom

Posted Monday 16 March 2026 at 01:00

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.

JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE
100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.

We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people‑led, innovative and customer‑focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day‑to‑day objectives.

This is JD. Born in 1981. Built for Now.

At JD, we don’t just sell sneakers and outdoor gear, we set trends, break boundaries, and build communities. Whether you're on the shop floor, behind the scenes, or driving innovation, every role here plays a part in shaping the future of our industry.

We’re fast‑paced, fearless, and unapologetically ambitious. We celebrate authenticity, thrive on collaboration, and never stop pushing forward. If you’re ready to bring your energy, ideas, and personality to a team that values them, this is your moment.

At JD Sports, we don’t just lead the game — we define it. As a Senior Floor Manager in one of our flagship stores, you’ll be at the heart of our premium retail experience, setting the standard for performance, service, and brand excellence.

You’ll take ownership of floor operations, inspire and develop a high‑performing team, and ensure every customer interaction reflects the elevated JD benchmark. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll drive results, maximise commercial opportunities, and bring the energy and discipline needed to run one of our most influential stores.

If you’re ready to lead with confidence, empower others, and deliver outstanding retail execution in a fast‑paced, world‑class environment, this is your stage to make a significant impact.

As a Senior Floor Manager in a JD Sports flagship store, you drive operational excellence and commercial results. You lead from the front—motivating your team, owning floor performance, and delivering exceptional service every shift. You set the pace, coach your team to maintain high standards while keeping the floor running smoothly and aligned with the premium JD experience.

Working closely with store leadership, you help push ambitious sales targets, elevate customer engagement, and maintain a best‑in‑class retail environment. This role demands confident, hands‑on leadership, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to lift team performance to the highest level.

• Lead the shop floor to deliver exceptional JD service standards, ensuring a premium customer experience at all times.
• Drive strong commercial performance through effective merchandising, stock management, and team motivation.
• Take ownership of the store’s key performance indicators, ensuring consistent progress and strong overall results.
• Support smooth day‑to‑day operations, including opening and closing routines, cash processes, audit compliance, stock accuracy, and cost control.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop colleagues, building a high‑performing, engaged, and customer‑focused team.

• Supervisory or management experience within a fast‑paced, high‑volume retail or customer‑facing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to develop and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and customer‑resolution ability, confident in handling complex situations.
• Solid commercial awareness with understanding of store operations and performance drivers.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to uphold premium standards in a flagship setting.

• Passionate about the JD brand, retail trends, and delivering a standout…