How do they match: General and Operations Managers

  • Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

  • Direct non-merchandising departments of businesses, such as advertising or purchasing.
  • Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory.