Store Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IA

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

  • Hudson, IA (8 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hudson, IA (8 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Primary Objective & Scope of Position: This position is responsible for managing the sales of the store to maximize performance. Essential Functions and Accountabilities: Management * Manage the...

Store Sales Manager

  • Waverly, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waverly, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 5 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....

Retail General Manager

  • Elk Run Heights, IA (4 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk Run Heights, IA (4 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian...

Branch Manager ( Mulberry Branch)

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Store Team Lead

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 21 days ago

This position is also responsible for performing all duties of a Sales Associate as well as basic store operations in the absence of management....

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - Waterloo, IA

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management...

Store Manager In Dunkerton, IA

  • Dunkerton, IA (12 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Dunkerton, IA (12 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 28 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...

Installation & Shop Manager

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Installation and Shop Manager at Martin Bros Distributing will take on a pivotal leadership role, overseeing all aspects of customer installations, solutions shop operations, and warehouse...

Branch Manager

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Overview: We are searching for a natural leader who is ready to make an impact by leading day-to-day operations of our branch. The ideal candidate has a passion for strategy and...

Salon Manager

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Got shears and a winning attitude? Want to support other stylists? Then let's talk! Maybe you're a stylist who wants more responsibility or you're looking for a new opportunity? If this sounds...

Store Manager

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 45+ 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...

Store Manager (Vollzeit / 38h, m/w/d) - Koln Hauptbahnhof

  • Raymond, IA (5 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raymond, IA (5 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

KPI-Management, Verkaufsforderung Effektives und zielgerichtetes Store-Operations-Management (bspw....

Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Waterloo, IA

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Waterloo, IA 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 Waterloo, IA
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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