Overview JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with colleagues in stores across multiple markets. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 company since 2019. The organisation aims to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry, focusing on people, innovation, customer focus, operational excellence, and growth. Role Overview As Store Manager at JD Sports, you take full ownership of your store’s performance, culture, and daily execution. You lead from the front — setting expectations, inspiring your team, and driving strong commercial results through confident decision-making and a deep understanding of the JD brand. You create a high-energy environment where colleagues develop, standards remain high, and customers receive a premium in-store experience. This role emphasizes decisive leadership, strategic commercial awareness, and elevating the team to deliver exceptional results every day. Key Responsibilities

Lead the store with energy, visibility, and confidence — driving strong performance across sales, service, and operational execution. Inspire and motivate the team on the shop floor, creating a high-impact JD experience that converts customer demand into commercial success. Use real-time performance insights and trading trends to make quick, commercial decisions that elevate store results and maximise opportunities. Maintain JD’s premium operational and visual standards — ensuring product availability, impactful presentation, and a safe, compliant environment. Develop and grow talent within the store, providing coaching, structured feedback, and clear progression pathways to build future JD leaders.

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience in retail management with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-moving, high-energy environment. Dynamic, confident leader who can drive a performance-focused culture and inspire colleagues at every level. Commercially sharp with strong capability in interpreting performance data, product trends, and customer behaviour. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, supporting strong teamwork, engagement, and professional customer interactions. Demonstrated success in delivering strong sales results and maintaining exceptional operational standards.

Desirable Attributes

Passionate about trainers, sports fashion, and the JD brand identity. Proactive, solutions driven leader who thrives in a fast paced, ever evolving retail environment. Hands on and highly visible on the shop floor, leading by example across all areas of the store. Resilient, adaptable, and composed during busy trading periods, product launches, and high pressure moments.

What We Offer

Incremental Holiday Allowance Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme Discounted Gym membership Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications

About JD Group Founded in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, JD Group has grown into a leading global omni-channel retailer in Sports Fashion, Outdoors, and Gyms. Our diverse teams operate across a portfolio of brands in multiple international markets. Listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1996 and a member of the FTSE100 since 2019, JD Group continues to expand both in the UK and globally, driven by innovation, excellence, and possibility. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us in shaping this future. We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and, as part of this, we offer them a range of benefits including staff discounts and personal development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr