Store Manager Jobs in Guilford, 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 - Waterbury, CT

  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 1 day 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...

General Manager

  • Plainville, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainville, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Our General Manager is responsible for the management of the ongoing day-to-day operations of the store, while adhering to Company policies and procedures; direct supervision of staff; maximizing...

Store Manager

  • Milldale, CT (18 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milldale, CT (18 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Store Manager

  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

You will be trusted to manage daily store operations and model excellent customer service with direct involvement in day-to-day service channels, as appropriate....

General Manager

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

General Manager II - Store 6473

  • North Haven, CT (9 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (9 miles from Guilford, 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...

Branch Manager - New Haven Shoreline District

  • Old Saybrook, CT (15 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Old Saybrook, CT (15 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

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

General Manager II - Store 6726

  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 4 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...

General Manager

  • New Haven, CT (12 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (12 miles from Guilford, 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...

Store Manager CosmoProf 06094

  • Wethersfield, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wethersfield, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

As a Store Manager, we want you to bring your leadership, talents, and experience to a team-oriented and dynamic environment....

Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

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

Savers / Value Village Careers - Retail Manager

  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Description Position at Savers / Value Village Job Title: Retail Manager Who we are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced...

Store Manager

  • Milford, CT (20 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milford, CT (20 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

The Store Manager is a champion and model of Boot Barn's Mission, Vision and Values....

Store Manager

  • Colchester, CT (23 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Colchester, CT (23 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Restaurant Manager Reports To: Multi-Unit Manager/Franchisee Overview A Restaurant Manager is generally responsible for providing strong, positive leadership to his/her team to deliver great and...

Store Manager

  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newington, CT (24 miles from Guilford, CT)
  • 8 days ago

The Store Manager empowers their team and creates a positive environment, for both customers and team members....

Demographic Data for Guilford, CT

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Guilford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Guilford, 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 Guilford, 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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