Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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 - Millers

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Assistant Store Manager (ASM) is responsible for assisting the general manager with the management of day-to-day operations of the store, while adhering to Global Partner's policies and procedures...

Assistant Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 12 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....

Operations Assistant Manager

  • Carrollton, VA (13 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carrollton, VA (13 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Assistant Store Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Retail Assistant Store Manager will be a "Key Carrier" and considered a leader on duty....

Retail Key Holder-Pembroke Square

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Career Development | Daily or Weekly Pay | Tuition-Free Benefits | Fun Stores | Free Product | 40% Discount At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse,...

Shift Supervisor Trainee

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

When there is no manager onsite, the Operations Supervisor or Shift Supervisor leads the store staff, ensures that store operations run smoothly, and is responsible for ensuring the completion of all...

Assistant Store Leader

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

operations Staff supervisory experience...

Kfc Shift Supervisor

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Join the KFC Tasty Chick'n family and find a great career, because this is a place where great people work together in a great company. At Tasty Chick'n we realize the importance of every employee...

shift supervisor - Store# 49087, Hampton Blvd. & West Little Creek

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 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# 52765, W. MERCURY BLVD & RIVERDALE CT

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Assistant Manager

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago

01475 Norfolk, VALE_301 Hibbett Retail, Inc. Hourly: $14.41 - $17.30 Job Title: Assistant Manager Department: Operations FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Store Manager SUMMARY The Assistant...

shift supervisor - Store# 07542, KEMPS RIVER II

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Part Time Sr. Shift Supervisor in Costco

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Demonstrations 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...

Assistant Manager - Newport News

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Bakery Manager works alongside the Bakery Manager and team members to create the highest-quality cakes, a warm, welcoming environment, and superior guest...

Costco Sr Shift Supervisor

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 6 days 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...

Demographic Data for Portsmouth, VA

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Salary for Assistant Store Manager Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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Highest Education Level

Assistant Store Managers in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA
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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