Store Manager Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

A Store Manager in the retail industry plays a significant role in managing daily operations, ensuring customer satisfaction and driving sales within the retail establishment. They are responsible for overseeing all activities within the store, which could involve staff recruitment and training, inventory management, merchandising, financial management, and dealing with customer issues or complaints. As the store representative, a Store Manager is often the point of contact for the business, ensuring that the store is operating effectively and efficiently while meeting its sales targets and objectives. They also provide leadership and direction to the staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Prior to becoming a Store Manager, an individual may have held roles such as a Sales Associate, Department Manager, or Assistant Store Manager. These positions provide the necessary experience and understanding of the retail environment and the running of a store. Essential skills for a Store Manager include strong leadership skills, excellent customer service skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask. They also need to have good analytical and decision-making skills to ensure the financial success of the store. While there are no specific certifications required for the role, a degree in business management or a related field, or a certification in retail management could be beneficial. Experience in retail and management is generally more important than formal education in this role.

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Retail Store Manager- Valley Plaza

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Are you an existing Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager with experience in creating a team environment, to coach, develop and motivate your team to deliver great results?...

Manager, Retail Store

  • Bakersfield, CA (3 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (3 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

What You'll Bring to the Table Must be 18 years or older 4+ years of total retail experience, preferably with previous Store Manager experience....

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store manager - Delano and surrounding areas

  • Delano, CA (24 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Delano, CA (24 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Benefit Information Our Store Managers bring the Starbucks experience to life by managing store operations, driving financial success, building great teams, and building a meeting place in their communities...

Branch Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago

Mechanics Bank is currently searching for a Branch Manager to join our team at our Bakersfield Riverlakes Branch. The Branch Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a...

Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago

Brand: Spencer's The Store Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining Guest Services....

Emerging Store Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 days ago

store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

General Manager(07781) - 1904 N. Chester

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Job Description ABOUT THE JOB You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then...

Retail Store Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Student Store Manager/Clerical Specialist Date Posted: 3/19/2025 Location: Liberty High School Date Available: 03/19/2025 Closing Date: 03/25/2025    QUALIFICATIONS...

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Student Store Manager Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Ridgeview High School Date Available: 03/07/2025 Closing Date: 03/13/2025    QUALIFICATIONS: This position...

General Manager(07770) - 2306 Brundage lane

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then you go to work and you make sure that everyone...

Salon Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Supercuts is one of the industry's most recognized salon brands. We offer outstanding development and training, with special emphasis on technical skills, have an established career path for those...

Store Manager In Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Store Manager

  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We're on the search for a Store Manager that will be at the forefront of bringing the fandom to life....

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Student Store Manager/Clerical Specialist Date Posted: 1/27/2025 Location: Liberty High School Date Available: 01/27/2025 Closing Date: 01/31/2025    QUALIFICATIONS...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
20.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.1%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Store Managers in Bakersfield, CA
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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