Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Westmont, 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 Branch Manager - (Old Town) - Chicago, IL

  • Bedford Park, IL (9 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (9 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its Different Approach, Better Results...

Assistant Branch Manager (Countryside) - IL

  • Countryside, IL (6 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Countryside, IL (6 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its Different Approach, Better Results...

shift supervisor - Store# 15749, ELK GROVE VILLAGE-100 BIESTERFIELD RD

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 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# 66746, RANDALL & MCKEE

  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Assistant store manager - Aurora IL

  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 20 days ago

The Assistant Store Manager role is overtime eligible, but overtime hours are not guaranteed. Starbucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

shift supervisor - Store# 13440, DES PLAINES-OAKTON & LEE

  • Des Plaines, IL (18 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (18 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • moments ago

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

shift supervisor - Store# 14335, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS-EUCLID & SALT CREEK

  • Arlington Heights, IL (22 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (22 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • moments ago

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

Oakley - Key Holder

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Requisition I D : 886025 Store #: B107 Position : Key Holder Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Oakley, we believe everyone in the world can and will become better. Were cultivating...

Shift Supervisor-2nd shift 2:30-10:30PM $72,500-93,000 Job

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

This position is accountable for ensuring that all plant production units are running safely, efficiently and producing the proper amount of product as indicated by the production plan and meeting...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Addison, IL (9 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Addison, IL (9 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse team with an excellent company culture....

Assistant Branch Manager - Central South Market - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

You are a natural leader. You do whats right for customers and colleagues and you inspire others to do the same. You have a knack for motivating and leading teams to create great customer...

Assistant Store Manager - Fashion Outlets of Chicago, Rosemont, IL

  • Rosemont, IL (14 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (14 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

operations for opportunities to enhance efficiency, productivity and profitability -Maintains efficient merchandise controls -Develops loss prevention awareness among all crew members -Supports store...

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Alsip, IL (14 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Alsip, IL (14 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours 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

  • South Holland, IL (23 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • South Holland, IL (23 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

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

Retail Warehouse Shift Supervisor

  • Oak Brook, IL (2 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (2 miles from Westmont, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining Advantage...

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Westmont, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Westmont, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
High School or GED
27.8%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Master's Degree
7.9%
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 Westmont, 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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