Retail & Operations Management - Now Hiring, Career Fair

Retail Leadership Careers That Power a Global Mission

Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) operates a worldwide retail enterprise dedicated to serving Sailors, Marines, and their families. Our Navy Exchange stores deliver quality products, value, and service across the U.S. and overseas—while generating vital support for morale, welfare, and recreation programs.

NEXCOM Offers Retail And Store Operations Careers At Every Level, With a Strong Focus On Developing Future Leaders Through Hands-on Experience And Structured Growth. Opportunities Include

• Store Operations & Leadership Development Roles – Positions designed to prepare and lead associates to continued success in leadership roles as Managers at a Navy Exchange.
• Department Management & Assistant Management – Overseeing merchandising, inventory, pricing, customer service, and daily operations.
• Store Management & Multi-Unit Leadership – Store Managers, Assistant Store Managers, and regional leadership roles responsible for performance, compliance, and team development.
• Services Operations – Barber shops, optical, uniform shops, food services, and other customer-focused services within the store environment.
• Merchandising & Visual Presentation – Floor planning, product placement, promotional execution, and brand standards.
• Asset Protection, Safety & Compliance – Loss prevention, operational controls, safety programs, and policy adherence.
• Store Support Functions – Scheduling, workforce planning, training coordination, and operational reporting.

Many NEXCOM retail leadership roles are intentionally designed as development positions , providing hands-on exposure across key business functions, including store and services operations, financial analysis, human resources management, and interpersonal leadership skills . As a leader at NEXCOM, you will manage associates by building the operational knowledge and leadership capabilities required to manage teams, drive performance, and support mission-focused retail operations.

NEXCOM offers competitive pay and federal benefits , including medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, work-life balance, professional development, leadership training, and career mobility across our global organization.

Meet our team at the Career Fair to learn how a career in retail at NEXCOM can grow into leadership—locally, regionally, or worldwide. Whether you’re starting on the sales floor or preparing for your next management role, NEXCOM provides the tools, experience, and mission-driven environment to help you succeed.

Explore this opportunity at the NEXCOM Career Fair – January 2026 Edition

• Date: Thursday, September 10th, 2026
• Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: NEX Oceana Food Court 1449 Tomcat Blvd., Building 292 Virginia Beach, VA 23460
• Who Can Attend: Civilians and Armed Forces community
• Opportunities Available: 100+ vacancies | Entry-level through professional roles | Full-time & part-time

Register by email: ***email_hidden***

Take the next step toward leadership and discover your NEXt career adventure with the Navy Exchange Service Command.

Experience required: You.

Visit us at the Career Fair to discover leadership opportunities across NEXCOM’s worldwide retail operations. From store leadership roles to headquarters positions supporting field operations, your career path is yours to shape.

Primary Location

United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Organization

TIDEWATER

Schedule

Full-Time (35 + hours)

Unposting Date

Ongoing