Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

An Assistant Store Manager in the retail industry is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store, including sales, customer service, inventory and resource management. Their duties often include assigning work to employees, training staff, dealing with customer complaints, ensuring store cleanliness and organization, implementing store policies, and meeting sales targets. Other tasks may involve helping with the recruitment and hiring process, monitoring store security, and analyzing sales data to help enhance the store's performance.

Important skills for an Assistant Store Manager include excellent customer service, leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. They should also be able to multitask, be detail-oriented, and have strong organizational skills. Knowledge in retail management software may also be beneficial. While there aren't specific certifications required, a degree in business or retail management could be advantageous. Prior job roles that can lead to this position include Sales Associate, Department Supervisor, or Key Holder. Experience in retail settings is typically a prerequisite for this role.

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Part Time Sr. Shift Supervisor in Costco

  • Goleta, CA (4 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Goleta, CA (4 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Demonstrations We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

shift supervisor - Store# 09344, STATE & COTA

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 18 hours ago

As a Starbucks shift supervisor, youll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our Starbucks Experience....

shift supervisor - Store# 83177, MILPAS & GUTIERREZ

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 21 hours ago

As a Starbucks shift supervisor, you'll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our Starbucks Experience....

Assistant Manager, Product, Montecito

  • Montecito, CA (5 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montecito, CA (5 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

planning, and partnership with Home Office buying team Run product category and lead team with agility and resilience, continuously improving based on key performance indicators and lessons learned...

Assistant Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Brand: Spencer's The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining Guest Services....

Senior Assistant Store Manager

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining Guest Services....

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 4133)

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Working with minimal supervision, the Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in all facets of store operations....

Retail Keyholder (Store 4133)

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Report any discrepancies to the Store Manager / Store Manager 2 /Assistant Store Manager as needed....

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 5405)

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Working with minimal supervision, the Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in all facets of store operations....

Retail Keyholder (Store 5405)

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Report any discrepancies to the Store Manager / Store Manager 2 /Assistant Store Manager as needed....

Asst Store Mgr - Sales & Service, Full Time, Santa Barbara - Pottery Barn

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 days ago

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our...

Shift Supervisor Trainee

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 5 days ago

When there is no manager onsite, the Operations Supervisor or Shift Supervisor leads the store staff, ensures that store operations run smoothly, and is responsible for ensuring the completion of all...

Assistant Store Manager - Spirit

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Brand - Spirit Halloween The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in the staffing, setup, merchandising, pack-up and teardown of a Seasonal Store....

shift supervisor - Store# 06826, MAIN & CHESTNUT

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago

As a Starbucks **shift supervisor**, youll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our _Starbucks Experience._ Youll lead each shift, working alongside a team of baristas to deliver...

shift supervisor - Store# 05766, HOLLISTER & STORKE

  • Goleta, CA (4 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Goleta, CA (4 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 7 days ago

As a Starbucks shift supervisor, you ll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our Starbucks Experience....

Demographic Data for Santa Barbara, CA

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Santa Barbara, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
High School or GED
27.7%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Store Managers in Santa Barbara, CA
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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