Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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# 11851, STADIUM & DRAKE

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 5 hours ago

As a Starbucks **shift supervisor**, youll be a role model of the store operations standards that define our _Starbucks Experience._ Youll lead each shift, working alongside a team of baristas to deliver...

Johnny's Markets Assistant Store Manager - 4954 West Columbia Ave

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 1 day ago

$17.50-20.50/hour Johnny's is a fun, friendly place to work and shop, and as Assistant Store Manager, you'll play an important role in keeping it that way....

Johnny's Markets Assistant Store Manager - 198 E. Main

  • Marcellus, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marcellus, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 1 day ago

$17.50-20.50/hour Johnny's is a fun, friendly place to work and shop, and as Assistant Store Manager, you'll play an important role in keeping it that way....

Assistant Store Manager - Spirit

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Brand - Spirit Halloween The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in the staffing, setup, merchandising, pack-up and teardown of a Seasonal Store....

Assistant Manager

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago

"You are applying for work with Papa Murphy's Midwest, a franchisee of Papa Murphy's, not Papa Murphy's International, Inc., or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only...

Assistant Store Manager - Retail

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE The Assistant Store Managers purpose is to uphold the Carters mission, vision, and values in order to support a high performing team that consistently delivers top end results....

Assistant Store Manager - 24H300

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE The Assistant Store Managers purpose is to uphold the Carters mission, vision, and values in order to support a high performing team that consistently delivers top end results....

shift supervisor - Store# 61499, US-131 & MILLARD

  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days 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# 66569, COLUMBIA & HELMER

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago

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

ASST STORE MGR in ALLEGAN, MI S10106

  • Allegan, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Allegan, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 9 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 COLON, MI S20143

  • Colon, MI (22 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Colon, MI (22 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 9 days ago

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

Assistant Manager

  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Plainwell, MI (14 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Assistant Manager GPM Investments $14 paid time off, 401(k) United States, Michigan, Plainwell 6989 Marsh Road (Show on map) Jun 03, 2025 Assistant Manager Requisition ID 2025-245761 Brand Admiral...

Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Retail Assistant Manager If you enjoy working as part of a management team and have previous supervisory experience, we would love the opportunity to talk with you about our Assistant Store Leader...

Assistant Store Manager - 1223 W. Michigan

  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago

$17.50-20.50/hour Johnny's is a fun, friendly place to work and shop, and as Assistant Store Manager, you'll play an important role in keeping it that way....

Johnny's Market Assistant Store Manager - 503 S. Main

  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 10 days ago

$17.50-20.50/hour Johnny's is a fun, friendly place to work and shop, and as Assistant Store Manager, you'll play an important role in keeping it that way....

Demographic Data for Kalamazoo, MI

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI
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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