Store Manager Jobs in Lake Villa, 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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Store Manager

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Auto Center Retail Manager

  • Cary, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, 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...

Retail Manager - Tire and Battery Center

  • Grayslake, IL (4 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grayslake, IL (4 miles from Lake Villa, 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...

Store Leader(Manager) Trainee

  • Lake Barrington, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Barrington, IL (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Store Manager The Store Leader is the heart and soul of the store....

Factory Store Manager - Gurnee

  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities for Store Manager Set sales goals, compare performance to goals, and adjust goals as needed Run special events in-store as well as arrange and plan off-site events for additional sales...

Store Manager In Waukegan, IL

  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 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...

Finance Manager - Retail FP&A

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Retail FP&A Finance Manager acts as a subject matter expert and provides financial guidance to the Retail P&L while ensuring key financial objectives are met. Responsible for preparing...

store manager - Wheeling, IL

  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 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 - New Store Opening Green Bay & 67th, Kenosha, WI

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 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

  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Store Manager creats an environment where everyone delivers great service through The Sunglass Hut Experience....

Store Sales Manager

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Store Manager ensures teams always put the customer at the center and create a compelling and engaging environment for Mattress Firm team members....

Emerging Store Leader

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Manager in store office set up, maintaining clipboard or logbook, and other supervisory tasks as requested Travel up to 50% of the time to support store operations Other duties as assigned by District...

General Manager

  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description General Manager 1187 S Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085 ILWAU Public Store Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Advance your career as a Full-time...

store manager- New Store Opening - Liberty & Rand- Wauconda, IL

  • Wauconda, IL (9 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wauconda, IL (9 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 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- McHenry/ Lakemoor, IL

  • McHenry, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 3 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...

Demographic Data for Lake Villa, IL

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Lake Villa, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Lake Villa, IL 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 Lake Villa, 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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