Entry Level Operations Manager Jobs
New grad operations manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on project work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Walgreens, CVS Health, and Ulta hiring at this level now.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager is a member of the Store Management team, and as such, fulfills the company purpose of helping people on their path to better health by driving store execution and performance while building consumer loyalty to CVS/pharmacy through a focus on excellent customer service. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, the Operations Manager will maintain an engaged, productive store team through strong leadership, demonstrating initiative and leading by example.
The Operations Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the total leadership and strategic operation of a CVS/pharmacy store including:
- Overall store management, supervision, and policy implementation
- Sales and inventory management
- Employee staffing, training, and development
- Financial management
- Customer service leadership
Unlike the Store Manager in Training position, the Operations Manager position is not part of the CVS/pharmacy Retail Management Development Program. Operations Managers are not eligible for direct promotion to Store Manager. Candidates with a short-term goal of becoming a CVS Store Manager should instead apply for Store Manager in Training openings.
Essential Functions:
- Management
Lead others and work effectively with store crews
Supervise, assign and direct activities of the store’s crew
Effectively communicate information to store crew and supervisors in an open and timely manner
Support Store Manager with actions plans for operational and service improvement
- Customer Service
Assist customers with their questions, problems and complaints
Promote CVS customer service culture (greet, offer help, and thank)
Required Qualifications
- Deductive reasoning ability, advanced analytical skills and computer skills.
- Advanced communication skills, leadership, supervision, and influencing skill
- Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including some early morning, overnight and weekend shifts, to work overtime as needed, and to respond to urgent issues at the store when they arise
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a retail manager or supervisor
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$21.00 - $35.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/12/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager is a member of the Store Management team, and as such, fulfills the company purpose of helping people on their path to better health by driving store execution and performance while building consumer loyalty to CVS/pharmacy through a focus on excellent customer service. Under the supervision of the Store Manager, the Operations Manager will maintain an engaged, productive store team through strong leadership, demonstrating initiative and leading by example.
The Operations Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the total leadership and strategic operation of a CVS/pharmacy store including:
- Overall store management, supervision, and policy implementation
- Sales and inventory management
- Employee staffing, training, and development
- Financial management
- Customer service leadership
Unlike the Store Manager in Training position, the Operations Manager position is not part of the CVS/pharmacy Retail Management Development Program. Operations Managers are not eligible for direct promotion to Store Manager. Candidates with a short-term goal of becoming a CVS Store Manager should instead apply for Store Manager in Training openings.
Essential Functions:
- Management
Lead others and work effectively with store crews
Supervise, assign and direct activities of the store’s crew
Effectively communicate information to store crew and supervisors in an open and timely manner
Support Store Manager with actions plans for operational and service improvement
- Customer Service
Assist customers with their questions, problems and complaints
Promote CVS customer service culture (greet, offer help, and thank)
Required Qualifications
- Deductive reasoning ability, advanced analytical skills and computer skills.
- Advanced communication skills, leadership, supervision, and influencing skill
- Ability to work a full-time flexible schedule, including some early morning, overnight and weekend shifts, to work overtime as needed, and to respond to urgent issues at the store when they arise
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a retail manager or supervisor
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$21.00 - $35.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/12/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Entry Level Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level operations manager job?
Focus on demonstrating organizational skills and process thinking, even from internships, class projects, or volunteer work. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can coordinate tasks, track logistics, and communicate clearly across teams. Tailoring your resume to show measurable results, like reducing a process step or improving a timeline, gives you a real edge over candidates with generic experience.
Which companies hire entry level operations managers?
Companies hiring entry level operations managers right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Ulta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size and large employers in logistics, healthcare, retail, and technology who need junior operations talent to support growing teams.
Are there remote entry level operations manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid. About 1% of entry level operations manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote roles more common in tech and business services than in logistics or manufacturing. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you find what fits your situation.
Are these new grad operations manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad roles that welcome recent graduates and junior candidates with little or no formal work history. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as acceptable, or when it mentions internships or coursework as qualifying background. Looking for those signals in the job description helps you apply where you have a genuine shot.
Which industries hire the most entry level operations managers?
Entry Level operations manager roles concentrate in Retail, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on continuous coordination, supply chain activity, or service delivery at scale, all of which create steady demand for junior operations talent to support day-to-day workflows.