Store Manager Jobs in San Mateo, 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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Grocery Outlet

Retail Store Manager

  • Grocery Outlet
  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grocery Outlet
  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibility for total store operations including complete management of the P&L Creating staffing models, hire, train and retain employees Utilizing an existing distribution channel to customize...

Store Manager

  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Daly City, CA (10 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 16 days ago

As a Store Manager, you are part of team that is passionate about helping everyone win....

Emerging Store Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Branch Manager II - Fremont

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary The Branch Manager II leads and manages a single medium to large sized branch by overseeing daily operations and sales. Ensuring positive revenue generation, customer satisfaction,...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you lead processes supporting the...

General Manager, Licensed Cosmetologist

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 2 days ago

General Manager - Licensed Cosmetologist Managers at Madison Reed's Hair Color Bars are entrepreneurial leaders who deliver exceptional business results while inspiring the team of Shift Leads,...

Store Mgr

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

TJ Maxx At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Manager, Store Payroll

  • Dublin, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

This position will report to the Director, Store Payroll but will also frequently interact with the broader Store Finance and Store Operations organization....

Free People Store Manager

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location This position is located at 1181 Broadway Plz, Walnut Creek, California, 94596 United States Role Summary The Store Manager will lead and drive sales by taking an Omni channel approach to the...

Assistant General Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We appreciate your interest in employment with Barrys! Barrys is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of...

General Manager

  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Title: GENERAL MANAGER-BURLINGAME, CA Salary: $115,000/annually As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with...

Branch Manager

  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Branch Manager Business Operations and Management $ 75000 - $ 90000 / Year location_on Hayward, California work_outline Direct Hire favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Branch...

Store General Manager - Alameda, CA

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Retail Store Manager Regular

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Our Retail Store Managers earn between $66,100 - $99,100 in annual salary plus $24,000 in commissions yearly when sales goals are met....

Urban Outfitters Store Manager

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

., Walnut Creek, California, 94596 United States Role Summary The Store Manager will lead and drive sales by taking an Omni channel approach to the retail experience....

Demographic Data for San Mateo, CA

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in San Mateo, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.4%
High School or GED
20.7%
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 San Mateo, 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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