Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Rockford, 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

  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Are you a game changer? Can you assist in leading your store team to provide extreme customer service including selling, employee management, customer relations, stock, visual...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Family Dollar Assistant Store Manager you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers....

Shift Supervisor (Full-Time)

  • Rockton, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockton, IL (7 miles from Rockford, 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...

Shift Supervisor (Part-Time)

  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, 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...

Retail Keyholder (Store 0619)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 days ago

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

Retail Keyholder (Store 5054)

  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 0619)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 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 5054)

  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Assistant Manager

  • Cherry Valley, IL (12 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Valley, IL (12 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Drive Success as an Assistant Manager at Our High-Energy Convenience Store! From customer service to operations, are you ready to be the steady hand that keeps our store energized and...

ASST STORE MANAGER - DGPP in ROCKFORD, IL S25266

  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations relating to store operations and business relationships....

ASST STORE MGR in FREEPORT, IL S04335

  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 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 PECATONICA, IL S23938

  • Pecatonica, IL (9 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pecatonica, IL (9 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 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 WINNEBAGO, IL S23318

  • Winnebago, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Winnebago, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 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 KIRKLAND, IL S16193

  • Kirkland, IL (21 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kirkland, IL (21 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 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 LOVES PARK, IL S14247

  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Rockford, IL

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Rockford, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Rockford, 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 Rockford, 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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