Distribution Centers —
OPERATIONS MANAGER

Operations Managers (OMs) are over multiple areas of a distribution center and ensure those areas are running efficiently and safely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an Operations Manager (OM) do?
Whether focused on direct to customer or store deliveries, OMs help ensure that customer service and safety are a priority in the areas they support.

Do OMs have direct reports?
Yes, they do. Depending on the distribution center, OMs have either Area Supervisors or GWAs reporting to them.

Are OMs schedules consistent?
Generally, yes. OMs manage a certain key or shift, but will assist on other keys when coverage is needed.

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POTENTIAL WAYS TO GROW

If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant General Manager and then become a General Manager.If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant General Manager and then become a General Manager.
If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant General Manager and then become a General Manager and then become a District Manager or if you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become an Assistant Store Manager and then become a Store Manger and then become a District Manager.If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant General Manager and then become a General Manager and then become a District Manager or if you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become an Assistant Store Manager and then become a Store Manger and then become a District Manager.
If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a MOD Manager and then become a Market Delivery Manager.If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a MOD Manager and then become a Market Delivery Manager.
If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant Store Manager and then become a Merchandising Execution Manager and then become a District Execution Manager.If you start as a Operations Manager, then you can become a Assistant Store Manager and then become a Merchandising Execution Manager and then become a District Execution Manager.
Whether you are looking for the next step or you just want to try something new, an OM position in one of our distribution centers is a great place to start. To see how you can reach your careers goals and learn new skills along the way, select one of the jobs on the left.

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