Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager at Wilson Sporting Goods Co.

At Wilson, we empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These qualities have made Wilson the number one sports equipment brand worldwide.

We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do – it’s who you are. We seek diverse voices and welcome all perspectives, building a rich culture through empathy and inclusion.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will partner with the Store Manager to drive store success, develop and coach the team, and lead in creating exceptional in‑store and community experiences.

• Recruit, interview, and coach talent; manage team performance with clear expectations and accountability.
• Develop the Key Holder and Athlete Advisor team to consistently produce leaders.

• Drive traffic and brand love through strategic outreach and monthly community programming.
• Attend monthly tennis lessons with your team.
• Identify, onboard, and engage store ambassadors.
• Maintain the in‑store community board with up‑to‑date information.

• Lead and execute impactful visual merchandising according to vendor guidelines.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper receiving, processing, and team compliance.
• Collaborate with peers and partners using strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Lead the floor to ensure it is fully restocked and recovered throughout the day.

• Partner with the Store Manager to analyze Key Performance Indicators and drive business forward.
• Participate in weekly and quarterly business reviews with the Store Manager.
• Consistently deliver on sales targets and maintain labor efficiency through floor leadership.

• 1-3 years of retail leadership experience in fashion or sportswear retail.
• Demonstrated ability to build long‑lasting, meaningful relationships in the tennis community.
• Proven success in developing leaders and setting a clear vision aligned with team goals.
• Outstanding communication skills; passion for delivering an exceptional consumer experience.
• Comfort with high autonomy and entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong teamwork, integrity, and respect.

$25.00/hr - $29.00/hr

We offer an innovative, inclusive, people‑first environment with competitive benefits and perks:

• Paid time off for part‑ and full‑time employees
• Education reimbursement
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Pre‑tax transit discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteering programs
• Complimentary Wilson tennis racquet upon joining
• Free monthly tennis training sessions with a professional coach, open to all store employees
• Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.