Store Manager Jobs in Walla Walla, WA

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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Branch Manager

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 12 days ago

You will know you are a match to this position if you are a team-player with strong negotiation, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. As a Branch Manager, your...

Branch Manager

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 13 days ago

Branch Manager Crescent Electric Supply Co - Walla Walla, WA Posted: 2/28/2025 - Expires: 5/29/2025 Job ID: 285915321 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description...

Washington: Retail Store Manager

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 30+ days ago

As a Retail Store Manager with PetSmart, you'll oversee all aspects of our retail store-from head to tail....

General Manager

  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Burger King - General Manager - $18.00 - $21.00 / Hour Our multi-unit Burger King franchise is seeking a customer service and results driven General Manager to join our team. Do you possess great...

Franchise General Manager Store 1019

  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Franchise General Manager Store 1019 1019 - College Place, WA, 1725 S.E. Meadowbrook Blvd., College Place, Washington, United States of America Req #2739 Saturday, March 1, 2025 Franchise Location...

Franchise Shift Manager Store 1019

  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • College Place, WA (8 miles from Walla Walla, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Franchise Shift Manager Store 1019 1019 - College Place, WA, 1725 S.E. Meadowbrook Blvd., College Place, Washington, United States of America Req #2677 Saturday, March 1, 2025 Franchise Location...

Franchise Shift Manager Store 1425

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Franchise Location Click Apply Now to apply! FS - Shift Manager Candidate Other details Job Family SHIFT MANAGER Pay Type Hourly Apply Now 1425 - Walla Walla, WA, 1815 E Isaacs Ave, Walla Walla,...

Franchise Shift Manager Store 1425

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Franchise Shift Manager Store 1425 1425 - Walla Walla, WA, 1815 E Isaacs Ave, Walla Walla, Washington, United States of America Req #4213 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Franchise Location Click Apply...

Franchise General Manager Store 1425

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Franchise General Manager Store 1425 1425 - Walla Walla, WA, 1815 E Isaacs Ave, Walla Walla, Washington, United States of America Req #4215 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Franchise Location Click...

Demographic Data for Walla Walla, WA

Moving to Walla Walla, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Walla Walla, WA below.


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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Walla Walla, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Walla Walla, WA 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 Walla Walla, WA
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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