VP of Human Resources - Stores

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

As the largest omni-channel sporting goods retailer in the U.S., DICK’S Sporting Goods operates over 800 stores across multiple banners - including our flagship DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, and the innovative House of Sport concept. Our Stores organization is the heartbeat of our brand, serving as both a retail destination and a community hub. With plans to open up to 100 House of Sport locations by 2027, we’re redefining the athlete experience through immersive environments and deep local engagement.

Reporting to the EVP – Chief People, Purpose and Transformation Officer, the Vice President of Human Resources – Stores will serve as a key member of the DICK’S Sporting Goods People, Purpose & Transformation  leadership team and a strategic partner to the EVP of Stores, and the Store Operations leadership teams as well our 50,000+ store teammates. This executive will lead the people strategy for our expansive and dynamic retail footprint, encompassing 800+ locations and specialty banners. The role is pivotal in enabling business growth, elevating teammate and athlete experiences, and driving transformation across a multi-unit retail environment.

The Vice President of Human Resources – Stores will lead a team of 20+ HR professionals and serve as the strategic architect of the people strategy across our expansive retail footprint. In close partnership with our Centers of Excellence (COEs), this leader will drive critical initiatives in workforce planning, organizational design, talent acquisition, leadership development, performance management, employee engagement, and retention. Leads with a people-first mindset, integrating teammate experience with strong execution, compliance, and risk management.

Develop and Execute HR Strategy:

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise-level HR strategies that directly support the growth and operational excellence of DICK’S Sporting Goods’ expansive retail footprint across multiple banners. This role is responsible for aligning people initiatives with business objectives, driving performance, and enabling transformation across a multi-unit retail environment.

• Use workforce and business analytics to uncover trends, identify risks, and surface opportunities. Build and sustain scalable frameworks for recruitment, onboarding, performance management, leadership development, succession planning, compensation, benefits, and retention. Prioritize capability-building and learning strategies that address current needs and anticipate future demands. Partner closely with senior leadership to ensure HR initiatives fuel growth, elevate teammate experience, and reinforce our brand’s commitment to athletes and communities.

Deliver HR Programs & Policies:

• Oversee the design, execution, and continuous improvement of HR programs and policies that support a high-performance culture and ensure compliance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional retail landscape. Drive workforce planning and labor model optimization to ensure stores are staffed effectively and efficiently.

• Lead the people strategy for major organizational changes—including store openings, closures, and transformation initiatives—ensuring HR is a proactive partner in change management and innovation. Represent HR on cross-functional teams to ensure programs are scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s values and operational priorities.

Advise and Support Leaders:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the EVP of Stores and other senior leaders, providing expert guidance on organizational design, change management, employee relations, and leadership development. Navigate complex HR issues with sound judgment and business acumen, including performance management, behavioral concerns, and policy interpretation.

• Coach and develop HR teams to ensure consistent practices and elevate leadership capability across the Stores organization. Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing company values and fostering engagement across all levels of the retail workforce.

Ensure Compliance & Manage Risk:

• Maintain compliance with all feder