Assistant Store Manager PT

About Our Company

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion‑oriented headwear and apparel across the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands such as Nike, New Era, Adidas, and Mitchell & Ness. We currently operate more than 1,200 domestic locations and over 50 international locations, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain and numerous MLB teams.

In recent years, Lids has built partnerships with iconic global brands—including Marvel, Playboy and the Harlem & Globetrotters—and gained ambassadors such as Justin Jefferson, Quavo and Josephine Skriver, creating a community for both sports fans and fashion lovers. The company is currently expanding with the goal of becoming the largest licensed brick-and-mortar sports retailer across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce sales gains by providing customer service.
• Meet or exceed company objectives in all individual statistics.
• Provide consistent, documented appraisal of sales performance and give feedback on strengths and opportunities.
• Adhere to visual guidelines with proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the dress code policy.
• Protect company assets within the guidelines of LIDS Retail policies.
• Assist in preparing store schedules that provide proper coverage and are within wage control guidelines.
• Accurately manage store inventory, including receiving, transferring, price changes, and product counts.
• Perform proper documentation and record‑keeping per LIDS Retail policies and applicable laws.
• Open and close the store following procedures in the Operations P&P Manual.
• Support and adhere to all LIDS policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participate in LIDS Training Programs, adhere to set sales and task goals, and conduct regular follow‑ups.
• Recruit and train store personnel on proper operations and procedures.
• Encourage compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines, including safekeeping of inventory, funds, and property.
• Perform subordinate work as needed.
• Communicate with employees at all levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate verbally in a clear, professional manner.
• Ability to operate a computer and related software programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb a ladder and work with hands overhead.
• Standing required for up to 100% of the work time.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Preferred Qualifications & Compensation

Assistant Store Managers can earn up to 25% above local minimum wage based on experience. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Assistant Store Managers part‑time positions are available for monthly store sales bonuses and a 40% employee discount.

Reports To

• Store Manager