If You Want Out Of Retail - Operations Manager Winmark Employee Review

• Individuals can grow both personally and professionally in this role • Great benefit package for employees (and families where applicable), helping demonstrate their focus on people • Numerous growth opportunities and ability to explore the path that suits your career goals and interests – no two leaders took identical routes to build success • Ability to positively impact local communities across North America while supporting franchisees in their personal goals

• Travel is not always smooth or easy – as is the travel world – but knowing you can partner with your leader should there be issues helps alleviate the stress • The benefit package is a huge strength, continuing to review for areas of opportunity that align with staff needs is always ongoing and should continue

High autonomy: Employees are trusted to manage their own work, make decisions, and take ownership of projects without being micromanaged. Diverse, engaging workload: No day looks the same and there’s a wide variety of responsibilities that keep things interesting and offer continuous learning opportunities. High‑impact, high‑visibility projects: There are frequent opportunities to work on strategic initiatives that get exposure at senior levels. Strong work‑life balance: Work expectations are manageable, and it’s generally possible to maintain a healthy balance as long as deadlines and deliverables are met. Clear paths for advancement: When you consistently perform, there is real potential for promotion and growth within the company. Travel opportunities: Travel is a significant part of the role and offers great hands‑on experience. A major perk is being able to keep all travel points and credit card rewards earned.

Communication can sometimes be inconsistent: You may need to take the initiative to clarify expectations, but once aligned, management is very responsive and supportive. Primarily in-office environment: While the company does prefer on‑site work, managers are generally flexible when you communicate needs proactively, and accommodations can often be made. Frequent travel: Travel can feel tiring during busy periods, but it does add variety, breaks up the office routine, and comes with the added perk of keeping your own points and rewards.