Service Operations Manager

About this role

POSITION PURPOSE

The Service Operations Manager is responsible for leading all front‑end and service operations to deliver an exceptional customer experience while achieving productivity, labor, and operational goals. This role oversees service departments, ensures policy and cash‑handling compliance, drives associate engagement, and supports overall store performance through strong execution and leadership.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Leadership & Associate Development

• Lead, train, coach, and develop front‑end and service associates to meet performance and service expectations.
• Schedule labor effectively to meet service demands while controlling labor costs.
• Maintain accountability for attendance, productivity, service standards, cash handling, and policy compliance.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of service department associates.

Service Operations & Execution

• Oversee daily operations of front‑end and service areas (e.g., checkstands, SCO, customer service desk, bookkeeping, where applicable).
• Ensure accurate execution of cash handling, balancing, tills, SCO monitoring, and service procedures.
• Maintain operational readiness during peak business periods and special events.
• Ensure consistent execution of company programs, promotions, and service initiatives.

Customer Experience

• Ensure a friendly, efficient, and customer‑focused service environment.
• Address and resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Model excellent customer service behaviors and reinforce expectations with associates.
• Monitor wait times, service flow, and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Financial & Performance Management

• Monitor key performance indicators including labor, productivity, service scores, and shrink related to front‑end operations.
• Implement action plans to improve results and operational efficiency.
• Control supplies, expenses, and service‑related costs.

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