Store Logistics Manager #16 - Edgebrook - Houston, TX

Academy Sports + Outdoors•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Logistics Manager drives the store’s day-to-day operational rhythm, leading logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations to support a seamless customer experience. The role focuses on inventory flow and accuracy, safety, operational execution, and translating corporate strategy into consistent in-store results. The manager analyzes operational performance, identifies improvement opportunities, and implements solutions to improve productivity and efficiency. Responsibilities include workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll, while holding teams accountable to established standards. The position influences store performance, profitability, and the experience of customers and team members. The manager partners with the Store Director and other store leaders to align operational priorities with business goals, and coaches and supports Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving. The role also collaborates with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews, turning feedback into actionable improvement plans.

Requirements

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.
Business acumen and 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.
Ability to manage and audit firearm sales in compliance with federal and state requirements, including accurate ATF Form 4473 completion, background check verification, and final approval.
Team-first attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
Ability to remain on feet and move throughout the store for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, bending, reaching, pulling, carrying, and lifting items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to complete repetitive tasks, including scanning, stocking, and folding merchandise.
Comfort using ladders or step stools to access merchandise.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
Acceptable hearing and vision to perform job duties.
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations.
Manage inventory flow, inventory accuracy, safety, and operational execution.
Analyze operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions to increase productivity and efficiency.
Plan workforce needs, schedules, training, and payroll.
Hold teams accountable to established standards.
Coach and support Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving.
Partner with the Store Director and fellow store leaders to align operational priorities with business goals.
Collaborate with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews.
Translate review feedback into actionable improvement plans.
Manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring transactions meet federal and state requirements, including accurate ATF Form 4473 completion, background check verification, and final approval.
Step in to support other needs as required.