Operations Jobs

An Operations Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a retail store. Their duties include ensuring all aspects of the store run smoothly and efficiently, from inventory management to sales and customer service. They may also be tasked with staff training and development, setting sales targets, ensuring the store meets its profit objectives, and implementing business strategies and procedures. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Furthermore, they need to be proficient in the use of retail management software.

Individuals aspiring to become Operations Managers in the retail industry should ideally possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, retail management or a similar field. A Master's degree in business administration (MBA) can be an added advantage. Professional certifications like a Certified Retail Operations Professional (CROP) or a Certified Retail Business Owner (CRBO) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Operations Manager, individuals may have roles such as a Store Manager, Retail Sales Manager, or Department Manager, which provide crucial experience and understanding of the retail environment.

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Winmark Corporation

Retail Field Operations Manager

Primary qualifications for Field Operations Manager role include: 4 – 7 years Retail Management experience including inventory, financial management, P&L analysis, preferably in multi-unit retail management...

Support Operations and Customer Service in implementing and explaining rate updates. Track and document changes in compliance policies affecting Med Supp products....

Retail Analyst

  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 hours ago

All Volt Jobs Retail Analyst - Full Time Volt - White Plains, NY Posted on 04/27/25 (Ref: NYIAYvaREO) We bring you Tomorrow's opportunity, today. Hit Apply below to send your application for...

Business Operations Manager

  • Montrose, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Montrose, PA
  • 3 hours ago

A description of our business approach can be seen at Penn State Extension is seeking a high performing, positive, enthusiastic, critical and strategic thinking, problem solving Business Operations...

Retail Data Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Retail Data Analyst ***Bachelors degree required*** Retail Data Analyst San Francisco, CA (Onsite daily) 3 Months+ Our client is seeking a Retail Data Analyst to come in and assist with ongoing...

Boutique Retail Assistant - Covent Garden

  • London, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • London, OH
  • 4 hours ago

You'll develop knowledge and skills around: + Our brand, company and people + Coffee authority + Customer experience + Sustainability + Operations You'll be assigned a dedicated team member to offer...

Operations Manager - Retail

  • Pennington, AL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pennington, AL
  • 4 hours ago

Location: Pennington, US-AL Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Operations Manager - Retail Your Job Georgia-Pacific has an exciting opportunity for a talented Retail Operations Manager at our Pennington...

Retail Assistant Supervisor

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 4 hours ago

Location: West Jordan, US-UT Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Retail Assistant Supervisor TEXT GoodwillJobs' to ... to apply Apply at: www.esgw.org/jobs At times may be only Supervisor in...

Operations Team Lead - Full Time - Crabtree Mall

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 hours ago

The Operations Team Lead is expected to achieve operations timelines and Carton per Hour (CPH) and Units per Hour (UPH) goals. The Operations Team Lead is a non-exempt position....

Part-Time Retail Assistant - $15.25 (Evening Shift)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description Sales Associate Because your opportunities are endless Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. We help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do...

Brand Retail Operations Manager

  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 hours ago

The Brand Retail Operations Manager will utilize expert operational experience to design, document and implement global guidelines and initiatives to ensure excellence in our day-to-day store operations...

Branch Operations Assistant

  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 hours ago

Experienced loader operation. Able and willing to report all violations of company policy to a supervisor or manager, immediately....

Marketing & Advertising Compliance Analyst

  • Plano, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Works closely with Company counsel, marketing, sales, and operations. Investigates and responds to compliance issues raised by customers and internal personnel....

Nursing Regulatory and Compliance Director

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction This is a hybrid position based in office a few days a week in Nashville, TN and requires monthly travel. Do you want to join an...

Operations Team Lead

  • Richland, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities As an Operations Team Lead you’ll be an integral part of our branch frontline leadership team!...

Operations Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Marketing Operations
Explore topics focusing on the historical development of marketing as well as the effects that global trade and technology has on marketing practices and operations. Overtime every industry...
Cloud Operations on AWS
In this course, learn how to leverage AWS services to operate at cloud scale with governance and agility at the core. AWS Cloud Operations provides a model and tools for a secure and efficient way...
Entrepreneurial Operations: Launching a Startup
Optimize your business for successby learning the fundamentals of entrepreneurial operations. This startup operations course will examine the real-world operational challenges and execution risks...

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Salary for Operations Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Operationss offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
15.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Operationss
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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