Operations Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

An Operations Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a retail store. Their duties include ensuring all aspects of the store run smoothly and efficiently, from inventory management to sales and customer service. They may also be tasked with staff training and development, setting sales targets, ensuring the store meets its profit objectives, and implementing business strategies and procedures. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Furthermore, they need to be proficient in the use of retail management software.

Individuals aspiring to become Operations Managers in the retail industry should ideally possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, retail management or a similar field. A Master's degree in business administration (MBA) can be an added advantage. Professional certifications like a Certified Retail Operations Professional (CROP) or a Certified Retail Business Owner (CRBO) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Operations Manager, individuals may have roles such as a Store Manager, Retail Sales Manager, or Department Manager, which provide crucial experience and understanding of the retail environment.

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Supervisor, Retail Operations

  • Norwalk, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (18 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience must include hands-on responsibility for the full scope of human resources activities, both operations and analysis....

Food and Beverage Assistant Operations Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Understands the impact of Operations on the overall hotel financial goals and objectives....

Retail Operations Manager

  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

The Retail Operations Manager is responsible for the efficient operation of a Retail Store, Boutique or Attended Donation Center (ADC), with accountability for the operation functions....

Dickies: Operations Coordinator (System/Pricing)

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 11 days ago

Operations Coordinator (System/Pricing) What will you do? A day in the life of an Operations Coordinator (System/Pricing) at Dickies looks a little like this....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 122

  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 12 days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

Assistant Operations Manager - South Coast Plaza

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 13 days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Ability to manage store operations, including payroll, Customer Service, Shipping/Receiving, Alterations, and facilities management effectively Ability to...

Retail Assistant

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

As a Retail Assistant, you are at the heart of our operation and we are looking for individuals who share our energy and passion and will contribute to our ongoing success....

Warehouse Operations Team Lead

  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Team Lead Warehouse Operations Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at www.workatgeodis.com! Find your future at GEODIS....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 109

  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

Compliance Analyst

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Works with Corporate Counsel, marketing, sales, and operations to prepare and implement standard operating procedures. Develops and reports on ad-hoc audit findings....

Assistant Operations Manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 30+ days ago

: MINIMUM 5 YEARS WORK MODE : FULL TIME POSITION JOB TITLE: Assistant Operations Manager REPORTS TO: Operations Manager JOB PURPOSE Working with the Boutique Management, as part of the leadership team...

Retail Operations Associate

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

the store is processed in accordance with established programs and procedures; the backroom is organized and maintained so that merchandise is easily accessible in partnership with the Freight Flow/Operations...

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 107

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

Warehouse Assistant Operations Manager

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (19 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, oversee and participate in warehouse operations to deliver outstanding customer service Supervise and assists receiving, restocking, inventory control, pulling and preparing...

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 119

  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

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Salary for Operations Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Operationss in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
15.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Operationss in Costa Mesa, CA
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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