Operations Jobs in Acton, MA

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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Compliance Analyst III (Remote US)

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills,...

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Retail Assistant

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

As a Retail Assistant, you are at the heart of our operation and we are looking for individuals who share our energy and passion and will contribute to our ongoing success....

Event Operations Coordinator- Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

As an Event Operations Coordinator, you will work on a range of in-person events....

Retail Operations Associate

  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

the store is processed in accordance with established programs and procedures; the backroom is organized and maintained so that merchandise is easily accessible in partnership with the Freight Flow/Operations...

Business Operations Manager

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The minimum salary for the Business Operations Manager position is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Business Operations Manager position is $100,000 annually....

Retail Operations Manager, TD Garden

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

and concert operations, and ensuring compliance with company standards and policies....

Retail Operations Manager

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

and concert operations, and ensuring compliance with company standards and policies....

Retail Assistant - Online Picker

  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Andover, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Make a difference as a member of our online operation, where your role will be to pick and pack our great quality products for our online customers as if you were shopping for yourself....

Retail Operations Associate (part-time)

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

and standards Maintain Visual Merchandise directives Let's Talk About You: Minimum 2 years of retail experience, preferably in a customer focused environment Proven record of maintaining successful store...

Retail Project Manager

  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Purchasing/Kitchen Operations Assistant

  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Their work is essential to maintaining seamless and efficient operations across all culinary programs. This position reports to the Manager of Purchasing....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 510

  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

GC Retail Operations Associate Store

  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 16 days ago

to a planogram ing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

Retail Operations Specialist III

  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Experience with Eastern Bank teller line operations, in a supervisory capacity, and overall knowledge of platform operations is critical....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 551

  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

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Salary for Operations Jobs in Acton, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Operationss in Acton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.6%
Master's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
14.9%
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 in Acton, MA
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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