Operations Manager - Inventory/QA

Foot Locker; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified

Courses

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking an Operations Manager for Inventory Control & Quality Assurance (ICQA) to lead accuracy, quality, and process reliability at the Reno Distribution Center. This role suits a leader who identifies risks early, holds teams accountable, and partners across functions to stabilize performance as volume grows.

You will coach Area Managers and collaborate with production and customer-facing teams to prioritize work, maintain throughput, and uphold quality-first decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading teams of 15+ employees in distribution or manufacturing environments.
• Strong technical and analytical skills to interpret metrics and drive decisions.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Associate's degree or higher required.
• Experience in mid-to-large-scale operations.
• Scheduling flexibility to support peak seasons.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS and quality programs including internal audits and corrective actions.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and adherence to processes; resolve non-conformance issues.
• Identify risks early and elevate appropriately to protect outcomes.
• Participate in daily leadership rituals and present team results.
• Analyze metrics to set priorities and drive root-cause problem solving.
• Maintain quality standards across departments and address gaps.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Excel proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Manhattan WM

Manhattan Active

Job description

Overview

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.

We are seeking a decisive, metrics‑driven Operations Manager for Inventory Control & Quality Assurance (ICQA) to lead accuracy, quality, and process reliability across our Reno Distribution Center. This role is ideal for a leader who can identify risks early, hold teams accountable, support growth & development, and influence peers through assertive, respectful communication. You will be a key partner in stabilizing and advancing the facility’s performance as volume grows.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am-4:00pm

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS and quality programs, including internal audits, corrective actions, and compliance with regulatory and certifying requirements
• Ensure inventory accuracy, adherence to defined processes, and timely resolution of non‑conformance issues
• Identify risks early and elevate appropriately to protect accuracy and quality outcomes

• Participate in daily leadership rituals including the morning meeting, mid‑day Gemba walk, and afternoon planning, presenting team results and risk areas
• Analyze metrics to determine daily priorities and direct the team toward root‑cause problem solving
• Ensure quality standards are upheld across all departments, addressing gaps directly and constructively

• Utilize Lean/Six Sigma tools to evaluate workflows, drive process improvements, and reduce scrap, waste, or inefficiencies
• Support operating plans, capacity studies, forecasting, and weekly production planning sessions to align resources with operational goals

• Lead, coach, and develop Area Managers and functional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, learning, and consistent execution

• Collaborate with customer‑facing and production teams to prioritize work, allocate labor, and maintain throughput without compromising quality
• Communicate clearly across the facility to align on priorities, elevate risks, and reinforce quality‑first decision‑making

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading teams of 15+ employees in a distribution or manufacturing environment
• Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret metrics, identify risks, and make data‑based decisions
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma
• Associate's degree or higher
• Experience in mid‑to‑large‑scale operations
• Flexibility with scheduling to support business needs when required (i.e. peak seasons)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Preferred:

• Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Bilingual Spanish and/or French
• Experience with Manhattan WM and Manhattan Active

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:

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $85,000 - $105,000 / yr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups