Store Manager Jobs in Akron, OH

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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Retail Store Manager

  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibility for total store operations including complete management of the P&L Creating staffing models, hire, train and retain employees Utilizing an existing distribution channel to customize...

Store Leader Assistant, Getgo

  • Wadsworth, OH (11 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wadsworth, OH (11 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The GetGo Assistant Store Leader is a key player in keeping the store team running like clockwork, because our customers' clocks are ticking. The Team Member in this role will coach,...

Store Leader Assistant, Getgo-1

  • Hudson, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hudson, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 26 days ago

Job Summary The GetGo Assistant Store Leader is a key player in keeping the store team running like clockwork, because our customers' clocks are ticking. The Team Member in this role will coach,...

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE in Bedford, OH

  • Bedford, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bedford, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 hours 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

  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 hours ago

store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

Retail Store Manager 2 - Regular - INDEPENDENCE

  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Combine your retail knowledge and leadership skills to oversee store operations, manage and develop a team and ensure AT&T customers experience our best-in-class services, entertainment and technology...

Branch Manager

  • Stow, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stow, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Location: 3857 Darrow Road - Stow, Ohio 44224 Job Summary Be a problem solver, trusted advisor, and partner to the people and businesses in our Key Bank communities. The Branch Manager builds,...

09704 Store Manager

  • Akron, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 4 days ago

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

09704 Store Manager

  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

09704 Store Manager Fairlawn, OH, United States and 1 more JOB DESCRIPTION COSMOPROF STORE MANAGER Job Description By working at CosmoProf, you would be part of the largest hair and beauty supplier...

Oil Change Shop Manager - Shop#805 - 2960 South Arlington Road

  • Akron, OH (4 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Akron, OH (4 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Company:Take 5 Oil Change We invite you to join us at Take 5! Take 5 Oil Change is your neighborhood go-to oil change spot. We've been doing this for over 35 years now and we pride ourselves in...

Branch Manager

  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (7 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (7 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Build Your Future Here: Thinking of changing jobs or starting your career at a growing company with an award-winning culture? Well you are in the right place. Join us on our journey to being the...

Branch Manager

  • Massillon, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Massillon, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Store Manager - 24H400

  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Carters Careers As a Store Manager, you and the team you lead will be the first face of the brand for growing families....

Assistant Manager-Retail Jewelry

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Assistant Managers take part in directing the daily retail operations of the store, while progressing through company training programs in preparation for a Store Manager position....

Store Director (Store Manager) - Akron/ Canton, OH

  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

The pay range is $104,000.00 - $208,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Akron, OH

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Akron, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.4%
High School or GED
20.7%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.0%
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 Akron, OH
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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