Retail OPT Jobs in Tennessee
F-1 OPT retail sponsorship jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in the Nashville metro, Memphis, and Knoxville, where major employers like Dollar General, AutoZone, and regional distribution centers maintain active hiring. Retail roles spanning merchandising, supply chain, and store operations frequently qualify for OPT authorization, making Tennessee a practical target for F-1 students in business, marketing, and operations programs.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Store Manager
Department: Operation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: District Sales Manager
SUMMARY
The Store Manager oversees and is responsible for the store's sales efforts in each department in the store and supervises the store's overall operation to ensure efficiency and profitability. Enforces, conveys, and upholds the organization's policies, goals, and standard to the store's sales team to meet sales goals. The Store Manager consistently communicates with the District Sales Manager and the Store Support Center to drive initiatives and business growth. Represents the company's brand in appearance, attitude, and professionalism portrayed to employees, customers, and the community. The Store Manager is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. The Store Manager is passionate about giving outstanding customer service and promoting the merchandise in stores.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Is responsible for driving store sales and sales goals, consistently focused on company growth.
- Manage and control the assets of the company by managing their designated store.
- Directs and oversees entire sales efforts in the store. Training and mentoring store associates in sales strategies and skills.
- Constantly and consistently acquainted with all aspects of the store including sales statistics, inventory and expenses that together produce profit.
- Consults and collaborates with District Sales Manager as needed in establishing and enforcing policies, goals, and procedures.
- Directs staff to ensure all responsibilities and standards in each department are completed.
- Mentor and cultivate a team of outstanding Sales Associates, Assistant Managers, and Managers in Training.
- Carry out personnel recruiting, hiring, training, discipline, and evaluation. Manages the store's payroll and schedule to ensure the store is meeting labor goals.
- Maintain proper security for the store. Partners with Asset Protection to prevent theft and lower shrink.
- Communicates with District Sales Manager and keep them informed as to inventory movement. Driving inventory goals and strategies.
- Provides information and consistently and vigorously follows through on all marketing and advertising plans and stays aware of customer trends.
- Keeps abreast of competition and new ideas and keeps informed on community related events, to take advantage of potential opportunities.
- Produce and give extraordinary customer service highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store, and helping multiple customers during peak periods.
- Protect the company's assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management and/or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages subordinate supervisors and non-management employees, including Sales Associates, Hub Drivers, Assistant Managers, and Managers in Training. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in business or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel.
- Experience in managing and cultivating a sales team.
- 3-5 years of customer service experience. 3+ years of management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical thinker with demonstrated business acumen.
- Ability to problem solve and juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
- A strong commitment to customer service.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
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By clicking the Apply button, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Hibbett's Privacy Policy. Further, I consent to the use of the same as my Electronic Agreement for purposes hereof. I acknowledge that I have a right to withdraw such consent at any time by contacting Hibbett.
Location: Spring Hill, Tennessee (The Crossings Of Spring Hill)
Hourly:
$16.00 - $20.80
Job Title: Store Manager
Department: Operation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: District Sales Manager
SUMMARY
The Store Manager oversees and is responsible for the store's sales efforts in each department in the store and supervises the store's overall operation to ensure efficiency and profitability. Enforces, conveys, and upholds the organization's policies, goals, and standard to the store's sales team to meet sales goals. The Store Manager consistently communicates with the District Sales Manager and the Store Support Center to drive initiatives and business growth. Represents the company's brand in appearance, attitude, and professionalism portrayed to employees, customers, and the community. The Store Manager is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. The Store Manager is passionate about giving outstanding customer service and promoting the merchandise in stores.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Is responsible for driving store sales and sales goals, consistently focused on company growth.
- Manage and control the assets of the company by managing their designated store.
- Directs and oversees entire sales efforts in the store. Training and mentoring store associates in sales strategies and skills.
- Constantly and consistently acquainted with all aspects of the store including sales statistics, inventory and expenses that together produce profit.
- Consults and collaborates with District Sales Manager as needed in establishing and enforcing policies, goals, and procedures.
- Directs staff to ensure all responsibilities and standards in each department are completed.
- Mentor and cultivate a team of outstanding Sales Associates, Assistant Managers, and Managers in Training.
- Carry out personnel recruiting, hiring, training, discipline, and evaluation. Manages the store's payroll and schedule to ensure the store is meeting labor goals.
- Maintain proper security for the store. Partners with Asset Protection to prevent theft and lower shrink.
- Communicates with District Sales Manager and keep them informed as to inventory movement. Driving inventory goals and strategies.
- Provides information and consistently and vigorously follows through on all marketing and advertising plans and stays aware of customer trends.
- Keeps abreast of competition and new ideas and keeps informed on community related events, to take advantage of potential opportunities.
- Produce and give extraordinary customer service highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store, and helping multiple customers during peak periods.
- Protect the company's assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management and/or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages subordinate supervisors and non-management employees, including Sales Associates, Hub Drivers, Assistant Managers, and Managers in Training. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in business or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel.
- Experience in managing and cultivating a sales team.
- 3-5 years of customer service experience. 3+ years of management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical thinker with demonstrated business acumen.
- Ability to problem solve and juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
- A strong commitment to customer service.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Hibbett's Privacy Policy
Candidates will have an option during the application process to withdraw their application prior to completion of the application. Throughout this online job application process, you will be asked to provide personal information about yourself. Please review Hibbett’s Privacy Policy to understand how the information you provide will be utilized and safeguarded.
By clicking the Apply button, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Hibbett's Privacy Policy. Further, I consent to the use of the same as my Electronic Agreement for purposes hereof. I acknowledge that I have a right to withdraw such consent at any time by contacting Hibbett.
Location: Spring Hill, Tennessee (The Crossings Of Spring Hill)
Hourly:
$16.00 - $20.80
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Search Retail Jobs in TennesseeRetail OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
Which retail companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Tennessee?
Tennessee is home to several large retail and retail-adjacent employers that have historically hired F-1 OPT workers, including Dollar General (headquartered in Goodlettsville), AutoZone (headquartered in Memphis), and Tractor Supply Company (headquartered in Brentwood). Larger national retailers with significant Tennessee operations, such as Walmart and Target, also employ OPT workers in corporate, supply chain, and store management roles. Sponsorship availability varies by role, department, and business need.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most retail F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Nashville and its surrounding suburbs, including Brentwood and Goodlettsville, concentrate the most retail corporate roles because several major retail headquarters are based there. Memphis is a strong second, particularly for supply chain and distribution roles tied to AutoZone and regional logistics operations. Knoxville also has a notable retail presence driven by its university population and commercial corridors, making it worth including in any job search.
What types of retail roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align with a degree in business administration, marketing, supply chain management, data analytics, or information systems tend to qualify for F-1 OPT authorization in the retail sector. Common qualifying positions include merchandise planning analyst, retail operations coordinator, supply chain analyst, e-commerce specialist, and buyer-in-training roles. Frontline hourly positions generally do not qualify because they typically do not require a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
How do I find retail F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, state, and industry, making it straightforward to browse retail F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities in Tennessee without manually screening hundreds of listings. You can filter directly for Tennessee retail roles where employers have indicated OPT sponsorship. Combining Migrate Mate searches with direct outreach to Tennessee-headquartered retailers increases your chances of finding roles that match your degree field and OPT timeline.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for F-1 OPT retail sponsorship?
Tennessee has no state income tax on wages, which affects take-home pay calculations but has no bearing on OPT eligibility or sponsorship. More relevant is the concentration of retail corporate headquarters in the state, which means some positions are corporate rather than store-level, requiring a degree-related job description to qualify for OPT. Students on STEM OPT extensions should confirm their retail role falls under an eligible CIP code and that their employer is E-Verify enrolled, which is required for STEM OPT.