Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Des Plaines, 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 Market

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 Store Manager

  • Lombard, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lombard, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days 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...

shift supervisor - Store# 02626, ALGONQUIN

  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (22 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 60+ 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# 51211, 500 N Milwaukee and Grand

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Part Time Key Holder

  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

YOUR ROLE As a Team Leader - Keyholder, you support store leadership to achieve sales goals, working alongside store associates and providing daily direction, communication and training. You...

Shift Supervisor (Full-Time)

  • Franklin Park, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 10 hours 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...

Shift Supervisor (Part-Time)

  • Wheeling, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 10 hours 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...

shift supervisor - Store# 67232, HAWLEY & LAKE (US45)

  • Mundelein, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mundelein, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Assistant Store Manager - Spirit

  • Kildeer, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kildeer, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day 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....

Licensed Assistant Salon Manager Job

  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Licensed Assistant Salon Manager Job Naperville, IL 60563, USA Benefits for Salon Associates: Free Advanced Education by REDKEN Certified Professionals, Career Path opportunities, Performance...

Assistant Manager(02792) 233 Dundee Ave

  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Company DescriptionWe take pride in our team members and our team members take pride in Domino's! Being the best pizza delivery company in the world requires exceptional team members working...

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day 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- Full Time- Wheaton, MD

  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Assistant Store Managers fulfill an important role within our business by supporting the Store Manager in developing and coaching their store team as they provide our customers with the shopping...

VAS Assistant Manager

  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Purpose: The basic functions of the Assistant Warehouse Manager-VAS position responsibilities is the managing of our daily retail fulfillment operations of the warehouse(s) on their designated...

Part Time Key Holder

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

YOUR ROLE As a Team Leader - Keyholder, you support store leadership to achieve sales goals, working alongside store associates and providing daily direction, communication and training. You...

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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