Store Manager Jobs in Portsmouth, 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 Store Manager

  • Grocery Outlet
  • Norfolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Grocery Outlet
  • Norfolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 12 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...

Floating Store Manager - Millers

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 18 days ago

Our Floating Store Manager is responsible for the management of the ongoing day to day operations of the store, while adhering to Company policies and procedures; direct supervision of staff; maximizing...

FT Center Store Manager (H)

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE Support the management and duties of store operations to meet financial and sales goals....

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - Chesapeake, VA

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 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...

Retail Store Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Retail Store Manager Retail Store Managers are executives within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by creating an atmosphere that establishes, nourishes and maintains Bobs...

350 - Store Sales Manager - Store

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 4 days ago

All positions assigned to work at the designated store location report to the Store Manager....

Oil Change Shop Manager - Shop#772 - 4100 Mercury Blvd

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 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...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Pro Shop Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago

This position is located at Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department. The incumbent will be responsible for the daily operation and management of the...

General Manager

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago

About the role See yourself starting a new career journey? As a MyEyeDr. General Manager you will cultivate a collaborative working environment with all associate members to provide a personalized...

Store Manager - REEDS Jewelers, Greenbrier Mall

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 6 days ago

REEDS Jewelers is excited to announce a new Store Manager position available on our team. REEDS Jewelers proudly celebrates its 79th Anniversary in 2025....

(USA) Store Manager - Division 1/Neighborhood Market

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago

... What you'll do... Upholds the Companys Open Door Policy: by meeting with Associates and listening to concerns researching issues reviewing Company policies andprocedures and providing...

Museums Gift Shop Manager

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, the position manages the overall business operations of the museum shops within the City of Portsmouths Department of Museums. Reports to the...

Store Manager

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Store Manager (F/T) The Store Manager is responsible for overseeing all staff and operations as well as maintaining the overall presentation of the store....

Branch Manager III

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 9 days 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...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, 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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