Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Cobden, 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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Shift Supervisor (Full-Time)

  • Herrin, IL (21 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Herrin, IL (21 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Responsibilities + Assists Store Manager with supervising, training and developing store personnel + Assumes responsibility for the store operation and commercial department in the Commercial...

Assistant Manager (Illinois)

  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago

* Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services What Youll do The purpose of the Assistant Store Manager is to oversee various responsibilities, including...

Retail Keyholder (Store 6644)

  • Cape Girardeau, MO (24 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO (24 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Retail Keyholder (Store 7811)

  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 6644)

  • Cape Girardeau, MO (24 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO (24 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 7811)

  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marion, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

ASST STORE MGR in MURPHYSBORO, IL S01112

  • Murphysboro, IL (17 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Murphysboro, IL (17 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in DE SOTO, IL S14043

  • De Soto, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • De Soto, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in ANNA, IL S01068

  • Anna, IL (6 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anna, IL (6 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in CREAL SPRINGS, IL S15635

  • Creal Springs, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Creal Springs, IL (22 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in VIENNA, IL S24143

  • Vienna, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vienna, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in KARNAK, IL S20672

  • Karnak, IL (23 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Karnak, IL (23 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in ULLIN, IL S22600

  • Ullin, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ullin, IL (19 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in DONGOLA, IL S13825

  • Dongola, IL (12 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dongola, IL (12 miles from Cobden, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

ASST STORE MGR in COBDEN, IL S16107

  • Cobden, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Cobden, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Assistant Store Manager helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Cobden, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Cobden, 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 Cobden, 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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