Store Manager, Sportswear & Gear (Pop Up, Fixed Term)

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world.

Wilson has evolved from a sports equipment brand to surround the tennis athlete in technical sportswear and footwear. Our retail stores lead with innovative sportswear, footwear, and a curated assortment of racket equipment that solves for the needs of the athlete. We are on the cutting edge of tennis product that will carry you from the court to the clubhouse.

We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do, it’s who you are. It’s a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion.

Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us.

As the Hilton Head Pop Up Store Manager, you will leverage your entrepreneurial spirit to introduce the brand to your community, elevate and develop your team, and activate an exceptional athlete experience. You will lead the seasonal Hilton Head pop up from May 2025 – September 2025.

As the Pop Up Store Manager, you embody Wilson’s core values and our commitment that the most important role in the company is the Athlete Advisor. You are in service to your team and your community. You are responsible for delivering on the core objectives of achieving sales plan and pop up profitability through strategic vision, coaching of your team, and innovative community engagement.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

People:

• Recruit and hire a team of seasonal pop up employees.
• Manage team performance through clear expectations, coaching, and accountability.
• Your team is a direct reflection of your leadership.

Community:

• You will drive traffic and brand love through strategic community outreach, authentic connections in your tennis community, a deep understanding of your local market, and community programming.
• Maintain the in-store community board with up to date information to ensure your store is the tennis concierge for your community.
• Introduce Wilson to the resort community through consistent outreach and engagement.

Operations:

• Lead and execute impactful visual merchandising standards in your pop up store.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper receiving and processing procedures in partnership with the Retail Operations team.
• Collaborate with your peers and cross-functional partners with strong interpersonal skills and communication.
• Schedule your floor to ensure optimal athlete experience and coverage at all times.

Business:

• Use Key Performance Indicators to analyze and drive your business forward with educated and informed decision making.
• Consistently deliver on sales targets and maintain labor efficiency through strategic scheduling and floor leadership.

This role requires two to three years of retail leadership, customer service, or hospitality experience, including fashion or sportswear retail, and a demonstrated ability to build long lasting, meaningful relationship within the tennis community. A passion for tennis is always a plus!

Other qualifications include:

• You have proven success in developing leaders and see opportunities to further engage with their development goals.
• You have a proven ability to set a clear vision, align your team around common goals and foster commitment to these objectives.
• You are passionate about delivering an exceptional consumer experience, every day.
• You have never met a stranger and love making new relationships.
• You have outstanding communication skills.
• You are driven by a high level of autonomy and excel in an entrepreneurial environment.
• You value bold ideas and pursue progress at every turn.
• You stand up with conviction for what you believe in, acting with integrity and respect in every situation.

What We’ll Provide

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is $28.00 - $30.00 per hour at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. Please note that the range details reflect the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program.

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

• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteering programs
• Team-building outings
• 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.