This report examines the role of operations management in Tesco, a leading UK retailer. It explores different approaches to operations management, including Just-In-Time (JIT), Kaizen, and Total Quality Management (TQM), and analyzes how Tesco utilizes these approaches. The report also delves into the specific responsibilities of a store manager within Tesco, highlighting how their role exemplifies the principles of operations management. Furthermore, the report investigates the impact of external factors, such as political, economic, social, and technological influences, on Tesco's operations and decision-making processes. The study concludes by assessing the positive and negative impacts of these factors on the business environment and the wider community.