Store Logistics Manager #376 - Harrisburg, PA

Academy Sports + Outdoors • Harrisburg, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Store Logistics Manager drives the store’s day-to-day operational rhythm and leads logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations. The role focuses on inventory flow and accuracy, safety, and execution excellence, translating corporate strategy into consistent in-store results and supporting a seamless customer experience.

The manager analyzes operational performance, identifies opportunities for improvement, and implements solutions to improve productivity and efficiency. Responsibilities include workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll, as well as 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; coaches and supports Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving; and collaborates with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews. Feedback is translated 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, including the ability to develop people.
• Solid 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 comply with federal and state requirements.
• 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 lbs.
• 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 level of 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, with a focus on inventory flow, accuracy, safety, and execution.
• Analyze operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions to increase productivity and efficiency.
• Plan and manage workforce needs, 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 turn feedback into 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 where needed beyond core duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager