Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Fort Dodge, IA

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 of Perishables

  • Webster City, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Webster City, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Assistant Manager Store Operations; Assistant Manager Perishables; Assistant Manager Health Wellness Home Department: General FLSA: Exempt General Function: Supervises and...

Bookstore Assistant Manager

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 10 days ago

The Assistant Bookstore Manager will support the Bookstore Manager in the day-to-day operations of the Iowa Central Bookstore by assisting with purchasing, retail sales and supervision of...

Assistant Manager

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 12 days ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Kwik Star 927 Shift: Variable Leadership Experience: 1-3 years Pay Range: $50,000.00 to $71,500.00 Actual pay...

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Webster City, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster City, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 30+ days 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...

shift supervisor - Store# 68965, 5th Ave & 29th Street- Ft Dodge

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 30+ days ago

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

ASST STORE MGR in DAYTON, IA S18631

  • Dayton, IA (14 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dayton, IA (14 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 90+ 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 FORT DODGE, IA S02839

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ 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 HUMBOLDT, IA S08761

  • Humboldt, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Humboldt, IA (18 miles from Fort Dodge, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Full Time Assistant Store Manager (Store 2653)

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ days ago

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

Retail Keyholder (Store 2653)

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Fort Dodge, IA

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Fort Dodge, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.8%
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 Fort Dodge, IA
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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