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At JD Finish Line, we’re not just selling products; we’re creating experiences. Our retail stores are a vibrant reflection of our brand’s passion for innovation and customer service. We’re on the lookout for dynamic managers to lead our team and drive excellence in every customer interaction.
Position Title(s): Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor
Job Summary: As a member of Management, you will be the heartbeat of our store, responsible for managing daily operations, inspiring a high-performance team, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the store’s success and contribute to our company’s growth.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package including health benefits, retirement plans, and employee discounts.
- Career Growth: We’re committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for career advancement within our growing company.
- Dynamic Environment: Be part of a vibrant team in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
- DE&I Initiatives: Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion is louder than words. We listen to the voices of our team members, which holds us accountable in creating an equitable and successful company. Together, we are stronger.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management: Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team. Foster a positive work environment, set clear goals, and provide ongoing feedback to ensure top performance.
- Customer Experience: Create an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and ensuring high standards of customer service.
- Sales & Performance: Drive store sales and profitability through effective merchandise management, promotional strategies, and achieving sales targets.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations including inventory management, visual merchandising, and store maintenance. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
- Financial Management: Manage store budgets, control expenses, and analyze sales data to optimize performance and drive revenue growth.
- Marketing & Community Engagement: Implement local marketing initiatives and build strong relationships with the community to enhance brand presence and attract new customers.
- Innovation & Problem-Solving: Stay current with industry trends and competitor activities. Identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance store operations.
- Additional duties and projects as required.
Qualifications
- Experience: Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or similar role, with a track record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Customer-Centric: A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
Minimum Requirements:
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Assistant Store Manager
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Open availability, including availability during the hours necessary to open and close the store, which includes mornings, days, and nights.
- Minimum standard work week of 5 days.
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Average standard work week of 44 hours but increased during peak sales periods (e.g. Holiday, Back-to-School).
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Supervisor
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Availability during the hours necessary to open and close the store, which includes mornings, days, and nights.
- Requires a minimum of 5 days of availability.
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Minimum standard of a 30 hour work week.
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All Management
-
Availability on weekends and holidays.
- Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must speak English clearly in order to converse with customers and effectively supervise staff.
- Must be able to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics in order to carry out normal business and understand corporate sales reports.
- May require the ability to move to different locations within the company's network based on operational needs and career growth.
Physical Demands:
- Requires prolonged standing approximately five to 14 hours per day.
- During peak sale periods (e.g. Holiday, Back-to-School), will work for long periods throughout a one to 12 hour day.
- Requires stooping and kneeling to place merchandise on customer’s feet as well as reaching and pulling to obtain or stock merchandise on storage racks.
- May be required to climb ladder or ascend/descend stairs in order to stock and/or acquire merchandise for sale.
- Required to lift items weighing 5 – 25 lbs regularly. In certain circumstances, weights may be higher.
- Must have good vision, including color differentiation.
- The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy retail setting.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 2+ years’ experience in retail leadership strongly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The minimum requirements and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (and/or as otherwise required by law, including for pregnancy and religious practices). Must be at least 18 years or older.
This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.
EEO Statement:
The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.
Need accessibility assistance to apply?
Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)

At JD Finish Line, we’re not just selling products; we’re creating experiences. Our retail stores are a vibrant reflection of our brand’s passion for innovation and customer service. We’re on the lookout for dynamic managers to lead our team and drive excellence in every customer interaction.
Position Title(s): Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor
Job Summary: As a member of Management, you will be the heartbeat of our store, responsible for managing daily operations, inspiring a high-performance team, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the store’s success and contribute to our company’s growth.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package including health benefits, retirement plans, and employee discounts.
- Career Growth: We’re committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for career advancement within our growing company.
- Dynamic Environment: Be part of a vibrant team in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
- DE&I Initiatives: Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion is louder than words. We listen to the voices of our team members, which holds us accountable in creating an equitable and successful company. Together, we are stronger.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management: Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team. Foster a positive work environment, set clear goals, and provide ongoing feedback to ensure top performance.
- Customer Experience: Create an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and ensuring high standards of customer service.
- Sales & Performance: Drive store sales and profitability through effective merchandise management, promotional strategies, and achieving sales targets.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations including inventory management, visual merchandising, and store maintenance. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
- Financial Management: Manage store budgets, control expenses, and analyze sales data to optimize performance and drive revenue growth.
- Marketing & Community Engagement: Implement local marketing initiatives and build strong relationships with the community to enhance brand presence and attract new customers.
- Innovation & Problem-Solving: Stay current with industry trends and competitor activities. Identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance store operations.
- Additional duties and projects as required.
Qualifications
- Experience: Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or similar role, with a track record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Customer-Centric: A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.
Minimum Requirements:
-
Assistant Store Manager
-
Open availability, including availability during the hours necessary to open and close the store, which includes mornings, days, and nights.
- Minimum standard work week of 5 days.
-
Average standard work week of 44 hours but increased during peak sales periods (e.g. Holiday, Back-to-School).
-
Supervisor
-
Availability during the hours necessary to open and close the store, which includes mornings, days, and nights.
- Requires a minimum of 5 days of availability.
-
Minimum standard of a 30 hour work week.
-
All Management
-
Availability on weekends and holidays.
- Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must speak English clearly in order to converse with customers and effectively supervise staff.
- Must be able to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics in order to carry out normal business and understand corporate sales reports.
- May require the ability to move to different locations within the company's network based on operational needs and career growth.
Physical Demands:
- Requires prolonged standing approximately five to 14 hours per day.
- During peak sale periods (e.g. Holiday, Back-to-School), will work for long periods throughout a one to 12 hour day.
- Requires stooping and kneeling to place merchandise on customer’s feet as well as reaching and pulling to obtain or stock merchandise on storage racks.
- May be required to climb ladder or ascend/descend stairs in order to stock and/or acquire merchandise for sale.
- Required to lift items weighing 5 – 25 lbs regularly. In certain circumstances, weights may be higher.
- Must have good vision, including color differentiation.
- The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy retail setting.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 2+ years’ experience in retail leadership strongly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The minimum requirements and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (and/or as otherwise required by law, including for pregnancy and religious practices). Must be at least 18 years or older.
This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.
EEO Statement:
The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.
Need accessibility assistance to apply?
Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)
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Document your retail management credentials early
Gather performance reviews, promotion records, and any inventory or team leadership metrics before you apply. EB-2 and EB-3 petitions for Retail roles require documented evidence of progressive responsibility, and gaps in employment history slow PERM filings.
Target store and district manager openings
Finish Line is more likely to sponsor visa holders for roles with supervisory scope than entry-level floor positions. Focus your search on store management and district-level roles, where the employer investment in sponsorship is easier to justify through PERM.
Ask about sponsorship before the offer stage
Bring up visa sponsorship during the second interview, not after you receive an offer. Finish Line's HR teams handle sponsorship through corporate channels, so confirming early avoids wasted time if the specific role or location isn't approved for PERM filing.
Understand how PERM timelines affect your start date
PERM labor certification with DOL typically takes six to twelve months before an I-140 petition can be filed. If you're negotiating a start date, factor in that your employer can't cut these processing windows short regardless of how quickly hiring moves.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Finish Line retail openings by sponsorship
Search Finish Line's current Retail listings on Migrate Mate to surface roles where sponsorship has historically been offered. Filtering by role type saves you from applying to positions that have never been tied to an employment-based visa filing.
Verify your work authorization matches the role's requirements
Finish Line participates in E-Verify, so your employment eligibility is confirmed electronically on day one. If you're on OPT or a dependent EAD, confirm the specific role qualifies under your authorized work category before submitting your application.
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Find Retail at Finish Line JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Finish Line sponsor H-1B visas for Retail roles?
Finish Line's Retail sponsorship activity is concentrated in employment-based Green Card pathways rather than H-1B visas. Retail positions generally don't meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS requires for H-1B approval, which typically demands a specific bachelor's degree as a minimum entry requirement for the role.
Which visa types are commonly used for Retail roles at Finish Line?
Finish Line's Retail sponsorship history is tied to EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories, both of which go through PERM labor certification with DOL. EB-3 is the more common pathway for Retail positions, covering skilled and unskilled workers, while EB-2 applies to roles requiring an advanced degree or exceptional ability.
What qualifications or experience does Finish Line expect for sponsored Retail roles?
Sponsored Retail roles at Finish Line typically require demonstrated experience in store operations, team management, or high-volume retail environments. Athletic footwear or apparel background is a practical advantage. For PERM-based sponsorship, your qualifications need to meet the minimum requirements stated in the labor certification, so overstating or understating experience creates compliance risk.
How do I apply for Retail jobs at Finish Line?
You can browse current Retail openings at Finish Line through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles tied to visa sponsorship. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect store operations experience and any leadership scope. Follow up directly with the hiring team to confirm whether the specific role and location are approved for employment-based sponsorship before investing time in the full process.
How do I plan my timeline around Finish Line's sponsorship process?
PERM labor certification, which Finish Line would need to complete with DOL before filing an I-140, runs six to twelve months on average. Add I-140 adjudication time and any priority date backlog for your country of birth in the EB-2 or EB-3 category. Starting conversations with your employer early in the hiring process gives you the clearest picture of where you'll land in that timeline.
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