Retail Assistant Store Manager

Join our team as an Assistant Store Manager and build your path to the top! You’ll lead, facilitate, and quarterback the sales floor while holding your team accountable for our “100% Commitments.” You’ll also be responsible for your store meeting and exceeding revenue goals and WOW customer service expectations.

This is a manager-in-training position and you’ll be given the tools and training to make you as successful as you want to be! You’ll be measured by your ability to develop your successors and your team’s ability to consistently meet and exceed all key performance indicators (KPIs).

***Must have 7 day a week availability to best serve the needs of our customers and support your team.***

About us

• Road Runner Sports is proud to have been recognized as the 2023 Footwear Retailer of the Year by Footwear Magazine.
• Founded in a San Diego garage over 40 years ago.
• Road Runner Sports has 47 stores across the country, and we are growing!
• Our Values, Mission & Purpose (we call them Our 6 Pillars) are Be Different, Bring the WOW, Build something great together, Get Moving, Stay Active, and Live Healthy.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Demonstrate a level of leadership that comes from a minimum 3 years of retail/consumer sales experience including 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Monitor all store inventory and processes.
• Coach and develop your Inventory Support Specialist and hold them accountable for accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee our Finish Line checkout process and ensure that every customer is made aware of our VIP program’s incredible benefits.
• Be punctual and reliable as you will be entrusted with opening and closing duties.
• Develop team members, take corrective action, and lead the review process.
• Own the implementation of monthly merchandise plans and plan-o-grams as directed by our Merchandising Department to ensure a consistent product story within our stores.
• Prepare and conduct pre-race meetings to prepare your team members for the day’s events as they start their shifts.
• Participate in ongoing leadership training that will enable you to take the next step with us while identifying and developing your replacement.
• Inspire your team with your positive attitude and high energy.

Your Rewards

• Earn a competitive salary that allows you to focus all your attention on leading your team PLUS receive a quarterly bonus for store performance as a result of everyone’s efforts!
• Take pride in our products and educate your customers on all the latest gear (shoes, socks, insoles, apparel, and accessories!)
• Learn through ongoing training and coaching designed to help you grow and advance in your career!
• Be in the know about the latest products and take advantage of DISCOUNTS on all your favorite brands!
• Participate in free running and walking events!
• Extensive benefits package including vacation, sick time, medical, dental, and 401k. Even pet insurance!
• Connect with customers who share your same passion or inspire others who are just beginning a journey to a healthier life!

After acceptance of a potential offer, the successful completion of a background check will be required prior to start date. The offer is contingent upon the information received in this report, and will be carried out in accordance with Local, State, and Federal laws.

We’re committed to protecting your privacy rights. We collect personal information from you, including personally identifying information, professional or employment-related information, and educational information. The purpose of this collection is to assist in evaluating your application for employment.

To ensure your application is received as timely as possible, we encourage you to apply directly onto our Road Runner Sports Career page.   

As you apply directly on our site, we will be reaching out to you within the next 10 days should your experience and qualifications meet our requirements for this position.  

Road Runner Sports is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Road Runner Sports is an e-verify organization and an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.