Operations ManagerStore Management

At Asda, we want you to find your everything. As our Operations Manager, you’ll lead the execution of our store’s day-to-day operations across key departments—including Ambient, Fresh, George (clothing), and General Merchandise. You’ll ensure that availability is maximised, waste and shrink are minimised, and our store runs efficiently and safely. You’ll work closely with department managers to deliver consistent standards, drive productivity, and ensure our store is always ready for customers. Whether it’s managing delivery flow, stock routines, or compliance, you’ll be the driving force behind operational excellence.

What makes a brilliant Operations Manager: Execution-focused: You’re passionate about getting things done right, first time, every time. Commercially aware: You understand how availability, waste, and shrink impact performance—and you know how to improve them. Leadership: You lead and support department managers, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Organised and efficient: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and know how to prioritise and delegate effectively. Collaborative: You work across teams to ensure smooth operations and a seamless customer experience. Data-driven: You use insight to make informed decisions and drive operational improvements.What you’ll bring: Experience managing or supervising in a large-format retail environment. Strong operational knowledge across food and non-food departments. A track record of improving availability, reducing waste, and managing shrink. Confidence in leading teams and managing change. Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated userDiscretionary company bonus schemeAccess to an enhanced electric car schemeFree eye test for you and your nominated userDiscounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown CoverWagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much moreCompany pensionWellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement supportAsda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebratedExcellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.Colleague recognition programmeSpecial offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas Find your everything Apply here