Retail Operations Manager

Turing•New York, NY

1d•Remote

About The Position

Turing is seeking experienced retail operations professionals to work on projects evaluating and improving AI using their expertise in retail business operations, multi-store management, and team leadership. No prior AI experience is required. The projects will help develop AI capabilities for decision-making, sales performance, and end-to-end retail operations. The role involves designing real-world retail management and operations scenarios to test AI reasoning, writing structured solutions, evaluating AI-generated outputs, and collaborating with AI researchers. The engagement is a contractor or freelancer assignment, potentially full-time, with projects lasting approximately one month and the possibility of extension. The work is fully remote, and candidates must be based in the United States. Compensation varies by project. Contributors must not provide confidential or proprietary information, trade secrets, internal company or university data, specific client information or case details, or information that would violate confidentiality obligations.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience as a General Manager, Operations Manager, or Retail Leader.
Strong understanding of retail operations, supply chain coordination, and sales execution strategies.
Excellent English communication skills and analytical reasoning skills.
Must be based in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Operations, or Retail Management.

Responsibilities

Design and solve real-world retail management and operations scenarios to test AI reasoning.
Write clear, structured solutions covering inventory management, staffing, merchandising, and performance optimization.
Evaluate AI-generated outputs for clarity, operational accuracy, and business relevance.
Collaborate with AI researchers to improve model understanding of leadership communication, supply chain processes, and retail analytics.