Store Logistics & Operations Leader

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Logistics Manager in Rogers, AR to drive day‑to‑day store operations, leading logistics, merchandising, and receiving with a sharp focus on inventory flow and safety.

You will analyze performance, plan workforce, and ensure payroll alignment while coaching teams to meet standards and sales goals. Strong collaboration with district partners is essential for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations with focus on inventory flow, safety, and execution excellence.
• Analyze performance, identify improvements, and implement solutions to elevate productivity and efficiency.
• Balance workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll while upholding standards.
• Influence store performance, profitability, and customer/team experience.
• Partner with Store Director and leaders to align priorities; coach Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving.
• Collaborate with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and reviews to translate feedback into action.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Communication

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory systems

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Logistics Manager in Rogers, AR to drive day‑to‑day store operations, leading logistics, merchandising, and receiving with a sharp focus on inventory flow and safety.

You will analyze performance, plan workforce, and ensure payroll alignment while coaching teams to meet standards and sales goals. Strong collaboration with district partners is essential for continuous improvement.