Store Manager Jobs in California

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

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...

Licensed Optician - General Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting....

Area General Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 22 days ago

Role Overview: InReach is looking a General Manager in East Los Angeles, CA. The General Manager is a key stakeholder within our team ensuring customer satisfaction, leading company guidelines and...

Store Manager

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 25 days ago

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

Temp Store Manager

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 18 days ago

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

WHAT OUR RETAIL STORE MANAGERS ENJOY MOST Collaborating with peers to build high preforming teams through best practice sharing....

Store Manager

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Reports to Regional Manager: As a Store Manager you are expected to lead your store team to achieve sales performance expectations through active coaching, development of a team selling environment,...

Store General Manager - Union City, CA

  • Union City, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Union City, CA
  • 6 hours 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...

General Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description Summary The General Manager (GM) is the onsite leader of the hotel and represents the company with all guests, clients, associates, and owners. The General Manager is responsible...

Store Manager - 1050

  • Hayward, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 6 hours ago

The Store Manager is responsible for all facets of store operations and directly influences the performance of everyone who interacts with guests....

Branch Manager - Ventura Valley Market - Canoga Park, CA

  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 6 hours ago

We have a passion for taking care of our customers and employees and making them feel welcomed and valued through building lasting relationships, doing the right thing, exceeding expectations, and...

Store Manager 2

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 6 hours ago

The Store Manager 2 is responsible for all facets of store operations at two store locations and directly influences the performance of everyone who interacts with guests....

We have a passion for taking care of our customers and employees and making them feel welcomed and valued through building lasting relationships, doing the right thing, exceeding expectations, and...

AVP, Branch Manager San Fernando Area

  • San Fernando, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Fernando, CA
  • 6 hours ago

The Branch Manager SAFE Act is an intermediate management level position responsible for providing full leadership and direction to a team of employees in an effort to grow sales and client base...

Store Manager

  • Moss Landing, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Moss Landing, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Manage all aspects of store operations including but not limited to: sales, vehicle production, customer care and personnel....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in California

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Store Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Store Managers in California 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 California
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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