Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

An Assistant Store Manager in the retail industry is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store, including sales, customer service, inventory and resource management. Their duties often include assigning work to employees, training staff, dealing with customer complaints, ensuring store cleanliness and organization, implementing store policies, and meeting sales targets. Other tasks may involve helping with the recruitment and hiring process, monitoring store security, and analyzing sales data to help enhance the store's performance.

Important skills for an Assistant Store Manager include excellent customer service, leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. They should also be able to multitask, be detail-oriented, and have strong organizational skills. Knowledge in retail management software may also be beneficial. While there aren't specific certifications required, a degree in business or retail management could be advantageous. Prior job roles that can lead to this position include Sales Associate, Department Supervisor, or Key Holder. Experience in retail settings is typically a prerequisite for this role.

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Assistant Manager - Cross Hill

  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago

About Athleta For the past 25 years, weve committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. Its what we do...

Assistant Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago

Pay Rate: $13/Hr Must have open availabilty Responsibilities Team up with the Store Manager to steer all store operations. Dive into recruitment, nurturing a skilled and enthusiastic store crew....

Assistant Store Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago

As our Assistant Store Manager, you are an ambassador of the store, demonstrating excellent hospitality for both guests and team members....

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Gilbert, SC (20 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gilbert, SC (20 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today. We offer generous benefits, flexible work...

Walmart Assistant Store Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and collaborating with all levels of associates regarding store...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Assistant Store Manager Posting Date: 12/13/2024 Location: Columbia, SC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 408642 Address: USA-SC-Columbia-1013 Broad River Road Store Code...

FT Assistant Manager Customer Service

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE Support the management and duties of store operations to meet financial and sales goals....

Junior Assistant Manager - Columbia, SC

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores! We have multiple retail lines...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago

As a Family Dollar Assistant Store Manager you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers....

Assistant Store Manager PT

  • Leesville, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Leesville, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago

As a Family Dollar Assistant Store Manager you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers....

Assistant Store Leader - Visuals

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Who Are We? Altard State is a rapidly growing womens fashion brand with 130+ locations in 40 states. It feels like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences...

Assistant Store Manager FT

  • North, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • North, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 7 days ago

As a Family Dollar Assistant Store Manager you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers....

Assistant Manager - 526151

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago

Assistant Manager - ... W Main St, Lexington, SC 29072, USA Lexington, SC, USA Req #7709 Monday, April 7, 2025 Goodwill Industries helps people become independent through education and training...

Assistant Manager - Credit

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 10 days ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $16.15 per hour - $19 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Paid Time Off and Sundays Off -- We are Closed!...

assistant store manager - Columbia, SC

  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago

The Assistant Store Manager role is overtime eligible, but overtime hours are not guaranteed. Starbucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
High School or GED
27.9%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Master's Degree
7.9%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Store Managers in Columbia, SC
4-6 years
36.0%
2-4 years
20.6%
None
18.7%
Less than 1 year
18.3%
1-2 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.5%
8-10 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.5%


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