Store Operations Manager #217 - South Louisville - Louisville, Kentucky

Academy•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country. We are a passionate, purpose-driven team committed to each other and our customers. We have over 80 years of experience building a people-first culture, creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. Our belief in the power of fun fuels us. Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose! As an Operations Manager, you will play a hands-on role in delivering a strong store experience while building leadership capability and operational excellence. You will support daily execution across departments, ensuring sales, service, and safety standards are consistently met. Through active engagement on the sales floor, you will learn to translate strategy into action. You will partner with store leaders to plan priorities, coach team members, and respond quickly to business needs. By learning key processes such as inventory flow, labor planning, and merchandising execution, you will strengthen your ability to influence results. This role is designed to prepare you for broader leadership responsibility through exposure and development.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience required
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
Solid business acumen with the 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 required certifications, including Firearms Sales and Power Industrial Truck
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
A team-first attitude

Responsibilities

Support daily execution across departments, ensuring sales, service, and safety standards are consistently met.
Translate strategy into action through active engagement on the sales floor.
Partner with store leaders to plan priorities, coach team members, and respond quickly to business needs.
Learn key processes such as inventory flow, labor planning, and merchandising execution.
Manage and audit firearm sales, ensuring all transactions meet federal and state requirements through accurate completion of ATF Form 4473, background check verification, and final approval.
Step in wherever needed, prioritizing core duties while supporting the team.