Assistant Store Manager Jobs in De Soto, 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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Assistant Manager (Illinois)

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 4 hours 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 7811)

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

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

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 7811)

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

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

Assistant Store Manager - Spirit

  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 4 days ago

View More Jobs Assistant Assistant Store Manager Manager Store Store Manager Carbondale, IL Store Manager, Carbondale, IL ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER - SPIRIT Spirit Halloween Carbondale, IL (Onsite) Seasonal...

Kfc Shift Supervisor

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

Join the KFC Tasty Chick'n family and find a great career, because this is a place where great people work together in a great company. At Tasty Chick'n we realize the importance of every employee...

Assistant Branch Manager

  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 7 days ago

At First Mid, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and...

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 11 days 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...

Retail Assistant Manager

  • Benton, IL (20 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Benton, IL (20 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 12 days ago

teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and collaborating with all levels of associates regarding store...

shift supervisor - Store# 53845, MARION -W DEYOUNG AND WALTON WAY

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 12 days ago

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

Assistant Manager(02915) - 321 N. Main Street

  • Benton, IL (20 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Benton, IL (20 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Company Description Job Description As a Domino's Manager you'll get to flex your creative muscles, thinking up new ways to drive Domino's fun culture. Sell more pizza, have more fun. It's as...

assistant store manager - Marion/Harrisburg, IL

  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Marion, IL (19 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago

The Assistant Store Manager role is overtime eligible, but overtime hours are not guaranteed. Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer....

assistant store manager - Carbondale, IL

  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 14 days ago

The Assistant Store Manager role is overtime eligible, but overtime hours are not guaranteed. Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer....

Assistant Manager(02773) - 716 S. Logan St

  • West Frankfort, IL (17 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Frankfort, IL (17 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Company Description Job Description As a Domino's Manager you'll get to flex your creative muscles, thinking up new ways to drive Domino's fun culture. Sell more pizza, have more fun. It's as...

Assistant Manager(02795) - 701 South Greenbriar Rd

  • Carterville, IL (7 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Carterville, IL (7 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Company Description Job Description As a Domino's Manager you'll get to flex your creative muscles, thinking up new ways to drive Domino's fun culture. Sell more pizza, have more fun. It's as...

Assistant Manager(09174) - 887 E Grand Ave

  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Carbondale, IL (5 miles from De Soto, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Company Description Job Description As a Domino's Manager you'll get to flex your creative muscles, thinking up new ways to drive Domino's fun culture. Sell more pizza, have more fun. It's as...

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in De Soto, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in De Soto, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
High School or GED
27.7%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
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 De Soto, 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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