Store Manager Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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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Grocery Outlet

Retail General Manager

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...

Branch Manager II

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and...

Full Time Store Manager - Patrick Henry

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

operations, including inventory management, scheduling, and compliance with company policies and procedures Develop and execute strategies to increase sales, control expenses, and achieve financial...

Branch Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 hours 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

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

Conduct meetings with retail team members and encourage on-going open communication, feedback and follow-up Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately in order to ensure effective store operations...

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - Chesapeake, VA

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 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 Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago

General Position Summary At Lids, our Store Managers are the heart and soul of the Lids brand....

VP Branch Manager Suffolk Area

  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Branch Manager SAFE Act is a senior management professional responsible for providing full leadership and direction to a team of employees, grow sales and client base in coordination with the...

Store Management Assistant Outer Banks, NC Locations

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Assist the Store Manager to manage the store as to maximize controllable profit and minimize expenses, while maintaining Harris Teeter Standards in a union free environment....

Branch Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (10 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (10 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 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...

Branch Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers,...

Assistant Showroom Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Oversee store operations including but not limited to; opening and closing, inventory, exchanges, marketing and promotions and ensure they are followed to company standards....

(USA) Store Manager - Supercenter

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Leadership through Live Better U and Bellevue University, Experience as a Store Manager in a low complex store OR 1 year experience as a Store Manager...

Project Manager Store Development

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 5 days ago

The role of Project Implementations within Store Development is to execute strategies that could be or will be tested and proven to drive an increase in sales, gross margin dollars and improve...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA
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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