Posted 21 days ago
Assistant Manager
@ Foot Locker
Oshawa, Ontario
Overview
Foot Locker is hiring an Assistant Manager to lead the sales floor, coach store associates, and help run daily store operations. The role supports the Store Manager and includes evening, weekend and holiday hours. The posting states pay of $23.10 per hour, plus a 30-50% employee discount, paid time off and life, medical and dental coverage.
Pay:
$23.10 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Lead the sales floor and coach associates on customer service
- Help manage opening, closing, cash handling and floor coverage
- Support hiring, onboarding and training of store associates
- Serve as Manager on Duty when scheduled
- Follow safety, loss prevention and standard operating procedures
Requirements summary:
- 1+ years of retail experience, preferably in leadership or key-holding
- Ability to coach, motivate and engage a diverse team
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays
- Basic understanding of retail KPIs and operational processes
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-17
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Retail |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Employee discount |
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Foot Locker
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The Heart of Sneakers
Full company description
Foot Locker, Inc. is a leading footwear and apparel retailer that unlocks the “inner sneakerhead” in all of us. With approximately 2,500 retail stores in 26 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and a franchised store presence in the Middle East and Asia, Foot Locker, Inc. has a strong history of sneaker authority that sparks discovery and ignites the power of sneaker culture through its portfolio of brands, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos. Our corporate headquarters is in New York City. We have domestic U.S. offices in St. Petersburg, FL; Camp Hill, PA; Junction City, KS; Los Angeles, CA; and Wausau, WI. Our European head office is in Utrecht, The Netherlands and is staffed with professionals from over 30 different countries who live, eat and breathe sneakers. Our Asia Pacific head office is based in Brisbane, Australia. Together, we are a team of customer-obsessed-sneaker-experts responsible for creating meaningful connections and unrivaled experiences with the diverse communities we service. We play to win and succeed as a team. We attribute our success to the drive and intelligence of our team members. We firmly believe that “everyone leads” at Foot Locker and are committed to leveraging the passions of our leaders across the globe. We offer our team members tools and resources to build their capabilities and cultivate a path for their career growth. We have and will continue to succeed as a great company through these ideals and strong leadership. Relentlessly committed to fuel a shared passion for self-expression, we create unrivaled experiences at the heart of the sport and sneaker communities through the power of our people. If you want to be a part of something bigger than you can imagine, you’ve come to the right place. To learn more about the incredible impact we’re making on both our local and global communities, visit our Foot Locker LinkedIn Life pages.
- LinkedIn followers
- 222,687
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,599
- Reported office locations
- 330 West 34th Street, New York City, New York 10001, US
- Business categories
- Apparel
- Fashion
- Retail
- Sports
- Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores
- Retail and wholesale
- Other recorded names
- Foot Locker
- Specialties
- Athletic footwear and Apparel and equipment
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Foot Locker, Inc. is a leading footwear and apparel retailer that unlocks the “inner sneakerhead” in all of us. With approximately 2,500 retail stores in 26 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and a franchised store presence in the Middle East and Asia, Foot Locker, Inc. has a strong history of sneaker authority that sparks discovery and ignites the power of sneaker culture…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | New York City, New York |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Athletic footwear and Apparel and equipment |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 166 |
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Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us. Apply today!
The Assistant Manager (AM) is a key store leader who helps bring sneaker culture to life by leading with energy, ownership, and purpose. This role supports the Store Manager in driving sales results, coaching the team, and keeping the store running strong; day in and day out.
Assistant Managers are hands‑on leaders who move with urgency, stay connected to customers and teammates, and take pride in their store. With an “Always on, Never no” mindset, ASMs help set the tone on the floor while taking ownership of what they can control to deliver a great customer experience.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence is not used for the process of screening, assessing, or selecting applicants.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Customer Experience & Sales
- Lead by example on the sales floor with an “Always on, Never no” mindset; bringing energy, confidence, and solutions to every customer interaction.
- Coach the team to deliver great service, share product knowledge, and keep customers excited to shop.
- Support sales goals by staying engaged on the floor and helping the team close the loop with customers.
Store Ops & Execution
- Help manage daily store operations including opening/closing, cash handling, and floor coverage.
- Move with purpose by keeping the store organized, customer‑ready, and running smoothly.
- Follow all safety, loss prevention, and standard operating procedures to protect customers, teammates, and product.
- Take an owner/operator mindset by addressing issues, maintaining standards, and taking ownership of store execution.
- Leverage retail technology and digital tools to enhance the customer experience, enable associates on the sales floor, and support efficient store operations.
Teamwork & Leadership
- Serve as Manager on Duty when scheduled, providing confident leadership and clear direction.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training of store associates.
- Coach teammates in real time, recognizing wins and helping close performance gaps.
- Jump in wherever needed to support the team and store priorities.
Qualifications
Required
- 1+ years of retail experience, preferably in a leadership or key‑holding role.
- Ability to coach, motivate, and engage a diverse team.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable, self‑motivated, and ready to take ownership.
- Basic understanding of retail KPIs and operational processes.
Preferred
- Previous experience as a Key Holder, Supervisor, or Assistant Manager.
- Experience in a fast‑paced or high‑volume retail environment.
- Interest in pursuing long‑term career growth in retail leadership.
What Success Looks Like
- Engagement: You bring hustle to every shift, moving with purpose and staying attentive to customers, teammates, and store needs.
- Sales: You help drive store sales and conversion through strong floor leadership.
- Customer Experience: You live the “Always on, Never no” mindset with a positive, can‑do attitude.
- Execution: Take an owner/operator approach. You hold standards high and get things done.
- Team: We win as one! You show up as a supportive, accountable teammate who lifts others up.
Ready to level up, lead the floor, and take ownership of your store experience? Apply today.
At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.
Benefits
- Rate of Pay: $23.10 / hour
- 30-50% Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Life, Medical and Dental Coverage
- Defined Contribution Plan
- Development and Advancement Opportunities
In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190.
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