Operations Delivery Lead

WHSmith North America

$80K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Operations, or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in retail operations, multi-unit leadership, or field support roles.
  • Strong understanding of store operations and retail execution drivers.
  • Proven ability to translate strategy into actionable execution plans.
  • Experience in leading initiatives and influencing cross-functional partners without direct authority.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Translate company strategy into clear, actionable guidance for Multi-Site Managers and store teams.
  • Drive consistency in operational standards and routines across locations.
  • Identify process gaps and lead solutions to enhance store execution.
  • Develop and implement tools and structured routines to simplify operations.
  • Support rollout of critical business initiatives and ensure successful field adoption.
  • Partner with Field and Central Operations to align priorities and enhance execution.
  • Gather field feedback to improve processes and inform decision-making.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a focus on consistent retail operation delivery.
  • Opportunity to lead change and influence cross-functional teams.
  • Collaboration with both Field and Central Operations teams.
  • Involvement in developing practical tools and solutions for operational efficiency.
Full Job Description
Job Title

Operations Delivery Lead

Location

Washington D.C. - US (Primary)

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Customer Service

Education

Job Description

The Retail Operations Lead enables Multi-Site Managers and field leaders to deliver consistent, high-quality retail execution across the portfolio. This role drives operational standardization, simplifies workflows, and solves execution challenges, translating enterprise priorities into clear routines, practical tools, and in-store behaviors. While not accountable for store performance, it strengthens outcomes by improving efficiency, consistency, and execution capability across locations.

Location: DCA Airport

Key Responsibilities
  • Translate company strategy into clear, actionable guidance for Multi-Site Managers and store teams.
  • Drive consistency in operational standards, routines, and ways of working across locations.
  • Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, or friction points that impact store execution and lead solutions.
  • Develop and implement tools, playbooks, and structured routines that simplify operations.
  • Support the rollout of business-critical initiatives and ensure successful field adoption.
  • Partner with Field and Central Operations to align priorities and strengthen execution.
  • Gather field feedback and provide insights to improve processes and decision-making.


Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Retail Management, Operations, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of experience in retail operations, multi-unit leadership, or field support roles.
  • Strong understanding of store operations and retail execution drivers.
  • Proven ability to turn strategy into clear, practical execution plans.
  • Experience leading initiatives and influencing cross-functional partners without direct authority.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.


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