NEW STORE - Store Logistics Manager #384 - Russellville, AR

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prides itself on fostering a workplace where hard work and commitment are rewarded. As a Logistics Manager, you'll oversee store operations and logistics, ensuring customer satisfaction and profitability. This full-time role involves leading a dynamic team, developing operational strategies, and maintaining compliance with regulations. If you're passionate about sports and the outdoors, and want to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3+ years of relevant experience required.
• Proven success in leading teams of up to 40 people.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall store operations and logistics.
• Provide direction to logistics and merchandising teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sales practices.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Business Acumen

Analytical Skills

Inventory Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Inventory Software

Order Processing Systems

Payroll Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our Purpose is to make it easier for everyone to enjoy more sports and outdoors. The Logistics Manager position is responsible for the overall management and execution of operational excellence for the entire store, with a focus on supervision and management of team members in store Logistics, including Merchandising, Logistics, and Receiving. It directs and coordinates activities through subordinate team leads and employees, serving as a leadership role that drives the store's performance and aligns with customer satisfaction, store profitability, and Academy's Purpose.

Job Description:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Work Experience:

• At least three years of relevant experience required.
• Proven success in leading departments of up to 40 people to achieve operational excellence and sales targets.

Other Requirements:

• Must meet federal and state requirements for firearms transactions.
• Must qualify for and maintain FOID card (Illinois only).

Skills:

• Exceptional supervisory and management skills; ability to coach and lead by example.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen with understanding of market and profitability.
• Ability to analyze and interpret business information and regulations.
• Effective presentation and report writing skills.
• Proficiency in inventory software, order processing, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage overall store operations and logistics.
• Participate in personnel decisions including hiring, training, and development.
• Provide direction and oversight to logistics and merchandising teams.
• Develop strategies to meet operational goals and manage staffing and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and sales practices.
• Supervise store floor activities and participate in store audits and feedback implementation.
• Oversee firearm sales compliance and complete necessary certifications.
• Lead team member lifecycle activities: hiring, onboarding, coaching.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned, with flexibility for role changes.

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Regular talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, and manual tasks.
• Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently.
• Visual acuity for various vision tasks.

Full-time position.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any protected category.