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Academy Sports + OutdoorsPosted 3 weeks ago

NEW STORE - Store Operations Manager #394 - Albertville, AL

On-siteAlbertville, Alabama, United States

Full TimeAssociates DegreeEnterprise

Job Summary

Manage daily store operations by supporting execution across departments to ensure sales, service, and safety standards are consistently met. Partner with store leaders to plan priorities, coach team members, and respond quickly to business needs while learning key processes like inventory flow and labor planning. Audit firearm sales to ensure all transactions meet federal and state requirements through accurate completion of ATF Form 4473, background check verification, and final approval. Work alongside experienced Store Directors and Assistant Managers to problem-solve operational challenges and model expected leadership behaviors. Full-time position averaging 45-50 hours per week during peak times.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 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 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
  • Team-first attitude
  • Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs
  • Full-time position averaging 45-50 hours per week during peak times
  • Capability to remain on your feet and move throughout the store for extended periods during scheduled shifts
  • Ability to perform physical job functions such as walking, bending, reaching, pulling, carrying, and lifting items up to 50 lbs
  • Capability to complete repetitive tasks, including scanning, stocking, and folding merchandise
  • Comfort using ladders or step stools to access merchandise as needed
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced retail environment while adapting to shifting priorities
  • Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
  • Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

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