Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Wood River, 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 Store Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As an Assistant Store Manager (ASM), you will use your customer service and leadership experience to provide a white-glove experience for our customers....

Assistant Manager - Optical

  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success. Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams. Exceptional customer service skills....

shift supervisor - Store# 68715, 1ST CAPITOL & CLAY

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Assistant Salon Manager

  • Edwardsville, IL (7 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Edwardsville, IL (7 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 6 hours 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...

Shift Supervisor (Part-Time)

  • Cahokia, IL (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cahokia, IL (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 9 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 (Full-Time)

  • Creve Coeur, MO (24 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Creve Coeur, MO (24 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 13 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...

Assistant Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Our Story Madewell is a community-driven clothing destination that champions creativity, inclusivity, and self-expression. With denim at the brands core, Madewell also offers all the tenets of a...

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Overland, MO (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Overland, MO (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 17 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 Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Responsibilities: Collaborate with the General Manager to learn overall expectations and procedures of store operations, sales plans, profit margins, payroll and all controllable expenses....

Assistant Store Manager

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations, under the guidance of the District Manager and Store Manager....

Assistant Store Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (17 miles from Wood River, 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...

Assistant Store Manager

  • Wood River, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Wood River, IL
  • 2 days ago

Brand Essence: Jimmy John's takes pride in making fresh, high-quality sandwiches. Ingredients like all-natural meats and fresh veggies are sliced daily, and bread is baked in-house. Their...

shift supervisor - Store# 81372, ZUMBEHL & 70

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Assistant Store Manager

  • Brecknrdg Hls, MO (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brecknrdg Hls, MO (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago

The Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations, under the guidance of the District Manager and Store Manager....

Junior Assistant Manager - Fairview Heights, IL

  • Fairview Heights, IL (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL (18 miles from Wood River, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores! We have multiple retail lines...

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Wood River, IL

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Wood River, 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 Wood River, 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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