NEW STORE - Store Logistics Manager #427 - Ocala, FL

Academy Sports + Outdoors•Ocala, FL

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, and translates corporate strategy into consistent in-store results through planning and follow-through. The manager analyzes operational performance, identifies opportunities for improvement, 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 Store Logistics Manager partners with the Store Director and other store leaders to align operational priorities with business goals. They coach and support Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving, and work with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews to turn feedback into 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 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 and complete required compliance steps, including ATF Form 4473, background-check verification, and final approval.
Team-first attitude and willingness to support work beyond core duties.
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.
Ability to walk, bend, reach, pull, carry, and lift items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including scanning, stocking, and folding merchandise.
Comfort using ladders or step stools to access merchandise.
Ability to work 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 improve productivity and efficiency.
Plan workforce needs and manage scheduling, training, and payroll.
Hold teams accountable to established standards.
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 actionable improvement plans.
Lead departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets.
Manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring transactions comply with federal and state requirements through accurate ATF Form 4473 completion, background-check verification, and final approval.
Step in to support other work as needed.