Store Manager Jobs in Fairfield, 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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Store Manager

  • Trumbull, CT (7 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (7 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago

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

Store Manager

  • Naugatuck, CT (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 8 hours ago

This role supports the Store Manager and other team members in delivering an exceptional guest shopping experience....

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 hours ago

The Store Manager is responsible for shrink, merchandising, inventory control, staffing, setup, pack-up and teardown of a seasonal store....

Store Manager- Danbury, CT

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Join the LEGO Brand Retail team as a Store Manager at Danbury, CT and ensure that the LEGO Brand, Vision, and Values are exemplified in all store operations and guest interactions....

Store Manager - Stamford

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 1 day ago

We believe in empowering our Store Managers with the autonomy and freedom to bring their vision to life....

STORE MANAGER in Miller Place, NEW YORK

  • Miller Place, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miller Place, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 2 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 - Fairfield, CT

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 2 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...

Store Manager

  • Commack, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Commack, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Store Managers at Dollar Tree are responsible for the following: Managing the profitable operation of a retail store with emphasis on recruiting, hiring, training and developing store associates in...

Garden Boutique /Retail Manager- Horticulture experience must

  • New Canaan, CT (11 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Canaan, CT (11 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Garden Boutique /Retail Manager Professional landscape design office located in New Canaan, CT. Energetic candidate who would like to work in a fast paced environment. This position requires...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • South Salem, NY (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Salem, NY (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 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

  • West Haven, CT (18 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Haven, CT (18 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Job Duties Store Operations Manage the store to achieve planned growth and profit goals Accurately report financial measures and transactions Manage inventory supply to ensure adequate availability...

Suffolk County Based General Manager

  • Elwood, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elwood, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 5 days ago

General Manager Job Description: At Retro Fitness, Get Real is our promise of offering an honest, simple, non-intimidating approach to helping our community achieve their fitness goals. The...

Retail Shop Manager on Duty, Armonk

  • Armonk, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Armonk, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description OUR STORY We are a company with integrated luxury and lifestyle offerings centered on Movement, Nutrition and Regeneration. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, Blink,...

Retail Store Manager ROCKY POINT Route 25A [740D]

  • Rocky Point, NY (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rocky Point, NY (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Manager (RSM) work as the leader of a Retail Team to bring the brand to life....

Store Manager

  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 6 days ago

The Store Manager will provideleadership and training to the store teams while driving sales....

Demographic Data for Fairfield, CT

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Fairfield, CT

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, 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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