Store Manager Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

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 Management Networking and Interviewing Event

  • Farmingville, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Farmingville, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 8 hours ago

***We are growing. If you have Assistant Manager, Manager banking or credit union experience and are interested in exploring new opportunities we invite you to submit an application for our Retail...

Store Manager

  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 11 hours ago

General Position Summary At Lids, our Store Managers are the heart and soul of the Lids brand....

Store Manager

  • Huntington, NY (22 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Huntington, NY (22 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 20 hours ago

About the Role: As a Lovesac Store Manager, you will use your top ambition to create a welcoming and engaging in-store experience and help our customers design our products to fit their style and space...

General Manager

  • West Haven, CT (14 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Haven, CT (14 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Our client in the West Haven, CT area is seeking an experienced General Manager to join their growing team. This is a newly created role so the right candidate should have 5+ years experience in a...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Stony Brook, NY (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days 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 II - Store 6473

  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

What is a General Manager? A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management...

Retail Store Manager in Waiting

  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Our Store Managers make an incredible impact everyday - on our customers, our teams and our company....

Branch Manager - New Haven Shoreline District

  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Wells Fargo Branch Manager - New Haven Shoreline District in TRUMBULL , Connecticut Why Wells Fargo: Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we believe that a meaningful career is...

Citizens Branch Manager

  • Islandia, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Islandia, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Description At Citizens, were focused on relationship-building and delivering exceptional customer experiences through every interaction. By fostering deep and lasting relationships, we drive...

General Manager

  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

The Cambria Suites New Haven is seeking a General Manager to lead a very high performing team at this highly rated and very busy hotel. A demonstrated ability to lead a hotel and mentor teams with...

Branch Manager - Southern CT - Westchester District

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Wells Fargo Branch Manager - Southern CT - Westchester District in STAMFORD , Connecticut Why Wells Fargo: Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we believe that a meaningful...

Automotive Store Managers

  • Farmingville, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Farmingville, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago

title: Automotive Store Managers Mavis Tires & Brakes at Discount Prices - Automotive Store Managers Put your career into high gear with Mavis Tires & Brakes at Discount Prices!...

Branch Manager

  • North Salem, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Salem, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Manages all activities of a branch. Responsible for the overall success of the branch operating model, including customer and employee experience, digital engagement, transactions/operations,...

Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (6 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago

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

Todd Snyder - General Manager

  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (23 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION TITLE: General Manager REPORTS TO: District Manager STATUS: Full Time Exempt SUPERVISES: Store Manager, Store Management, Store Associates RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Motivate and inspire...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Bridgeport, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
20.9%
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 Bridgeport, CT
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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