Sales Manager
Michaels Stores · Lubbock, TX · Today
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
The Sales Manager leads and champions a high-performing selling culture across the store, driving strong sales results and an engaging customer experience. This role oversees front-end and service operations, ensuring consistent execution of selling behaviors, brand standards, and operational expectations.
Responsibilities
- Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements.
- Ensure execution of Company policies and standards, holding team accountable for store conditions and results.
- Model and coach best-in-class Customer Experience and ART of Selling behaviors, driving conversion and customer satisfaction.
- Provide Manager-on-Duty (MOD) coverage, maintaining floor leadership, service standards, and operational continuity.
- Ensure accurate and efficient use of POS and Self-Checkout systems, supporting smooth transactions and customer support.
- Oversee Balloons business, birthday party operations, and other in-store programs and events.
- Promote and enroll customers in the Loyalty Rewards Program, driving retention and repeat visits through consistent execution.
- Champion MCC/Extend services (US only), ensuring team awareness and customer adoption of protection plans and offerings.
- Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop, including expertise and oversight of the Cut Bar experience.
- Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery, delivering timely order fulfillment and strong omni-channel service.
- Support Custom Framing operations, including customer consultations and coordination with the frame shop (in select volume frame shops).
- Train, coach, and develop team members through structured TM onboarding and ongoing skill-building across assigned departments.
- Partner in maintaining strong Asset Protection practices, reducing shrink through awareness, compliance, and safe operations.
Requirements
- 3+ years retail leadership experience
Qualifications
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Ability to bend, lift, carry, reach, and stretch
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise and fixtures, up to 25-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to climb ladders or step stools to stock and retrieve products
- Ability to perform repetitive motions, including scanning items, stocking shelves, and operating POS equipment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent customer interactions
- Work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
Skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Customer-focused coaching abilities
- Operational excellence
- POS system proficiency
- Asset protection knowledge
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Telerehabilitation services
- Flexible spending accounts
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Voluntary insurance options
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings.