Store Logistics Manager #112 - Tallahassee, FL

Academy Sports + Outdoors•Tallahassee, FL

2d•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, and execution, translating corporate strategy into consistent in-store results. The manager analyzes operational performance, identifies improvement opportunities, and implements solutions to increase productivity and efficiency. Responsibilities also include workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll, while holding teams accountable to established standards. The role 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 manager also works with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews, turning feedback into actionable improvement plans.

Requirements

At least 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, including 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 in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to complete and maintain required certifications, including Firearms Sales and Power Industrial Truck.
Ability 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 walk, bend, reach, pull, carry, and lift items up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including scanning, stocking, and folding merchandise.
Comfort using ladders or step stools to access merchandise.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
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, accuracy, safety, and operational execution.
Analyze operational performance and implement improvements to productivity and efficiency.
Plan workforce needs and manage scheduling, training, and payroll.
Hold teams accountable to established standards and support store performance and profitability.
Partner with the Store Director and fellow store leaders to align operational priorities with business goals.
Coach and support Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving.
Collaborate with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews, and translate feedback into improvement plans.
Manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring transactions comply with federal and state requirements, including accurate ATF Form 4473 completion, background check verification, and final approval.
Step in to support other needs as required.