Store Manager Jobs in Columbia, IL

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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Cannabis Retail Store Manager - House Springs, MO

  • House Springs, MO (20 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • House Springs, MO (20 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Our Cannabis Retail Store Manager will work out of our Proper Cannabis location in House Springs, MO....

U-Haul Moving Center General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Location: 1701 Discovery Center Dr, Wentzville, Missouri 63385 United States of America U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to manage one of our moving and storage...

Store Manager 06156

  • Ballwin, MO (21 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ballwin, MO (21 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Your role as a Store Manager: When it comes to the customer experience - it all starts with you....

Store Manager 06159

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Your role as a Store Manager: When it comes to the customer experience it all starts with you....

Retail Store Manager, Rawlings Experience

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

The Store Manager is in-charge of all store operations to ensure the store operates smoothly and efficiently, while mentoring and developing the team of diamond sports specialists....

Store Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

As a Store Manager, you'll be responsible for successfully managing all store operations tasks in order to maximize sales results while bringing "Our Burlington" values to life in your store....

Store Manager

  • Ballwin, MO (21 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Ballwin, MO (21 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Summary Responsible for every aspect of the store operation, which includes: selecting, coaching and developing store teammates as well as merchandising, advertising and promotion of products...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Oakville, MO (6 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakville, MO (6 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

Branch Manager- Granite City, IL (Saint Louis MO Area)

  • Granite City, IL (20 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Granite City, IL (20 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Branch Manager for new branch opening up in Granite City IL Joining Beacon as a Branch Manager means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do:...

Retail Store Manager in Training- West County Mall

  • Des Peres, MO (17 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Peres, MO (17 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you an existing Store Manager in Training or Assistant Store Manager with experience in creating a team environment, to coach, develop and motivate your team to deliver great results?...

Retail Store Manager

  • Belleville, IL (13 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Belleville, IL (13 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

Retail Manager 3

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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General Manager I Store 1222 Pittsburgh PA

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 2 days ago

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, as well as helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position...

Assistant Manager, Retail & Production

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Assistant Managers have a special role in making sure every guest is fully satisfied not only with our doughnuts, but with their overall experience in the shops. You will support and inspire team...

Vino Volo General Manager - St. Louis Lambert International Airport

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Columbia, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Managing the store to deliver excellent customer service and maximize sales opportunities, including but not limited to: Deliver and coach employees to surprise and delight customers with a...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Columbia, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Columbia, IL 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 Columbia, IL
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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