Retail Logistics & Operations Leader

Academy Sports and Outdoors; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Morristown, TN, is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead day‑to‑day store operations, focusing on inventory flow, safety, and execution excellence to deliver a seamless customer experience.

You will partner with the Store Director and fellow leaders to align operational priorities with business goals, coaching Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving, and translating corporate strategy into in‑store results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience.
• Demonstrated success leading departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to develop people.
• Solid business acumen with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with inventory systems, order processing, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Sound judgment and decision‑making skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to complete and maintain required certifications, including Firearms Sales and Power Industrial Truck
• Comfortably manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring all transactions meet federal and state requirements through accurate completion of ATF Form 4473, background check verification, and final approval
• A team‑first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed

Responsibilities

• Drive the day‑to‑day operational rhythm of the store to support a seamless customer experience.
• Lead logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations with a focus on inventory flow, safety, and execution excellence.
• Analyze operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions that elevate productivity and efficiency.
• Balance workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll while upholding standards.
• Collaborate with Store Director and leaders to align priorities with business goals and drive store performance.

Skills

Operations

Workforce Management

Process Improvement

Customer Service

Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors in Morristown, TN, is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead day‑to‑day store operations, focusing on inventory flow, safety, and execution excellence to deliver a seamless customer experience.

You will partner with the Store Director and fellow leaders to align operational priorities with business goals, coaching Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving, and translating corporate strategy into in‑store results.