Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Lake Villa, 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 - Store# 02543, DDERFIELD RD/HIGHLAND PARK DRIVE THRU

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 18 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# 10507, RTE 120 & HAINESVILLE RD

  • Grayslake, IL (4 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (4 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 days ago

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

Assistant Manager, Talent Operations - Vernon Hills

  • Vernon Hills, IL (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

About the Role As an Assistant Manager, you set the tone for the store and the team and help bring our brand to life for our customers. You're responsible for driving profitable sales growth...

Assistant Manager -Car Wash (PPG#335238)

  • Arlington Heights, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Assistant Manager - Car Wash (PPG#335232) Wheaton, IL 60156 Posted: 07/09/2025 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Retail Trade Job Number: 335232 Pay Rate: 40000 JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title:...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Kwik Trip 1520 Shift: Variable Leadership Experience: 1-3 years Pay Range: $54,000.00 to $79,168.00 Actual...

Retail Assistant Manager

  • Fox River Grove, IL (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fox River Grove, IL (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours 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...

Walmart Assistant Store Manager

  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 21 hours 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...

Assistant Store Manager - Full-time

  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Shoe Carnival, Inc. is looking for a dedicated and driven Assistant Store Manager to join our family....

Shift Supervisor Trainee

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Key Holder

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

On-the-job training to strengthen skills in Retail Leadership Roles, Customer Service Management, and store operations....

assistant store manager Highland Park, Deerfield, IL

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Shift Supervisor (Full-Time)

  • Lake in the Hills, IL (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake in the Hills, IL (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Kenosha Area Assistant Managers

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Assistant Management positions in Kenosha Area Shift: Variable Leadership Experience: 1-3 years Pay Range:...

Assistant Salon Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Got shears and a winning attitude? Have a yearning to earn and a desire to support other stylists? Then let's talk! Maybe you're a stylist who wants more responsibility, or you're looking for a...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 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...

Demographic Data for Lake Villa, IL

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Lake Villa, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Lake Villa, 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 Lake Villa, 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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