Manager Store Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview :

Brown Jug, a leading premium retailer of wine, beer, and spirits in Alaska, is seeking a results-driven, operations-focused Store Operations Manager. This individual will support the Store Manager in running a high-volume, multimillion-dollar retail business while upholding our commitment to exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and community responsibility.

The Store Operations Manager plays a critical leadership role, focused on inventory management, financial oversight, team development, execution of retail programs, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This position is ideal for an individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to driving performance, developing talent, and improving operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Financial and Inventory Management :

• Collaborate with the Store Manager to develop and implement strategies that meet or exceed the store’s profitability goals
• Oversee accurate inventory controls : ordering, receiving, cycle counts, and shrink management
• Monitor and ensure compliance with financial procedures including invoice verification, cash handling, deposits, and reconciliation
• Produce and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports related to sales performance, labor costs, inventory, and loss prevention
• Adjust scheduling to align labor costs with sales forecasts and operational needs
• Partner on initiatives to maximize return on investment and improve overall store efficiency

Operational Execution :

Regulatory Compliance and Safety :

Leadership and Team Development :

Customer Engagement and Service Excellence :

Scheduling Requirements :

All Store Operations Managers must maintain flexible availability and meet the following schedule requirements :

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications and Skill :

Physical Requirements :

Workplace Hazards :

Equal Opportunity Employer

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates including but not limited to Liquor Stores USA North Inc. dba Brown Jug and dba Gold Rush Liquor (collectively referred to as “Afognak” or “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, “Protected Status”).

Pay Transparency and Company Benefits

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law. Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Benefits are based on the role for which an employee is hired.

Privacy

Afognak Native Corporation and its subsidiaries Alutiiq, LLC, Afognak Commercial Group, LLC, and Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC, and their various subsidiaries, including Liquor Stores USA North Inc. DBA Brown Jug and Liquor Stores USA North Inc. DBA Gold Rush Liquor (collectively referred to as “Afognak” or “Company”), respect your privacy and treat the information you provide us, including your Personal Information (“PI”) and Sensitive Personal Information (“SPI”), with care. Visit the Company's privacy website for more information.