NEW STORE - Store Operations Manager #394 - Albertville, AL

Demonstrated success leading departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets

Solid business acumen with the ability to interpret operational and financial data

Experience with inventory systems, order processing, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office

Leadership, Retail Operations, Customer Service, Workforce Management, Driving Results

As a 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.

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.

We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.

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!