Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Assistant Manager - Fulton

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime from home to home, generation to...

Assistant Manager - Optical

  • Niles, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Niles, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success. Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams. Exceptional customer service skills....

assistant store manager- La Grange/ Berwyn/ Hinsdale, IL

  • Berwyn, IL (8 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (8 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

As an assistant store manager, youll lead and support your team of partners to deliver the Starbucks experience, ensuring operational expectations are met every day....

shift supervisor - Store# 02247, 55 EAST JACKSON

  • Chicago, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 29 days ago

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

shift supervisor - Store# 02543, DDERFIELD RD/HIGHLAND PARK DRIVE THRU

  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago

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

Senior Assistant Store Leader

  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago

We’re looking for an Assistant Store Manager with prior retail experience to help lead our store and support our customers and team members....

Business Center Assistant Manager

  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 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...

Assistant Store Manager - Northbridge

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago

We are looking for a Retail Assistant Store Manager to oversee the daily operations for our store in The Shops at Northbridge....

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Darien, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Darien, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today. We offer generous benefits, flexible work...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Calumet City, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Calumet City, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

operations in Store Manager and Manager In Training's absence Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices in Store Manager and Manager In Training's absence Effectively communicate...

Key Holder

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Is health and wellness important to you? Do you like to take on leadership roles and want to align yourself to a company with like-minded individuals who strive to be their best-self...

Assistant Manager

  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

The Retail Assistant Manager works as a liaison for Store Operations and regularly communicates with various corporate departments....

Shift Supervisor Trainee -Overnight

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours 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- Rosemont, IL

  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion. If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love...

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL
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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