WHO ARE WE
Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports reigns supreme as one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel.
Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, UK, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we strive to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion.
In 2017, JD Sports first launched within the Australian market and has since expanded to 60+ stores across all Australian states and New Zealand, with plans for continued future growth. Our mission is to offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers.
Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude, and a way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. And now, we’re seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our team.
THE ROLE
This role operates Monday to Friday with varying hours. By applying, you confirm your availability to work across those days.
At JD Sports, we strive for operational best practice. As an Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high standard of efficiency and compliance across all store operations, processes and tasks. You will apply a solution-focused mindset and support the Store Manager by actioning admin tasks associated with profit protection and stock movement activities, creating daily schedules and task lists, and managing cash handling procedures.
As the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Support the Store Manager to oversee operational efficiency and compliance in-store
- In collaboration with Store Manager, review and improve store operational processes to maximise productivity and sales
- Assist the Store Manager to coach and develop the team in operational processes
- Manage cash handling and administration responsibilities in line with company compliance
- Work closely with the Store and Assistant Store Manager to manage all end of month processes .
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Experience in an admin or operations support role
- Inventory management or stock handling experience preferred
- Critical thinking and solutions focused
- Organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Work in a dynamic business and engage with some of the best product and biggest sports fashion brands in the market
- Training and development opportunities to kickstart, evolve and shape your career
- Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business in a wide array of roles including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre
- Access to our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions
- One month paid parental leave for full-time employees
We are passionate about connecting with driven and skilled individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career.
JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated.
What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey.
Please note, be applying for this role you consent for us to complete a VEVO Check in order to verify your working rights where required.