Store Manager Jobs in Amherst, NY

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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Assistant Manager, Store/Kiosk

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

In this role, you'll partner with a store manager to oversee all aspects involved in the daily operation of a retail store....

Assistant General Manager - Cheektowaga, NY

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Assistant General Manager - Cheektowaga, NY PANERA CAFE ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself, reach your goalsand help others do...

General Manager II - Store 7895

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description 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...

Branch Manager

  • Amherst, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. This position is for our Amherst Alarm branch in...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 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...

Auto Center Retail Manager

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 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

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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

Retail Store Manager

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago

What We're Looking For As a Store Manager at Showcase, you'll bring your entrepreneurial spirit to life. You are a natural leader with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a winning team....

Store Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago

The Store Manager leads all retail store operations with a focus on quality and service to ensure that our customers have a memorable experience....

Branch Manager

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Position Title: Branch Manager - Cheektowaga, NY - Monday - Friday - 1st Shift The primary purpose of the Branch Manager is to coordinate and direct the day-to-day store operations to meet or exceed...

Retail Store Leader

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 8 days ago

Maintaining store operations, including inventory management, a clean store environment, and adhering to Asurions values....

Store Operations Manager (GM)

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Insomnia Cookies is expanding and looking for strong management to join our team at the Buffalo, NY location. We are seeking a hospitality focused individuals looking to join a fun,...

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE in Wilson, NEW YORK

  • Wilson, NY (20 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilson, NY (20 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 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...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Depew, NY (6 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Depew, NY (6 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Willingness to accept promotion into a Store Manager position, if promotion is offered, which could require relocation to a different store location....

JD Store Management - The Boulevard, Amherst, NY

  • Amherst, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 13 days ago

Identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance store operations. Additional duties and projects as required....

Demographic Data for Amherst, NY

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Amherst, NY

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Amherst, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
20.8%
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 Amherst, NY
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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