Store Manager Jobs in Akron, AL

A Store Manager in the retail industry plays a significant role in managing daily operations, ensuring customer satisfaction and driving sales within the retail establishment. They are responsible for overseeing all activities within the store, which could involve staff recruitment and training, inventory management, merchandising, financial management, and dealing with customer issues or complaints. As the store representative, a Store Manager is often the point of contact for the business, ensuring that the store is operating effectively and efficiently while meeting its sales targets and objectives. They also provide leadership and direction to the staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Prior to becoming a Store Manager, an individual may have held roles such as a Sales Associate, Department Manager, or Assistant Store Manager. These positions provide the necessary experience and understanding of the retail environment and the running of a store. Essential skills for a Store Manager include strong leadership skills, excellent customer service skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask. They also need to have good analytical and decision-making skills to ensure the financial success of the store. While there are no specific certifications required for the role, a degree in business management or a related field, or a certification in retail management could be beneficial. Experience in retail and management is generally more important than formal education in this role.

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Assistant General Manager

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 17 hours ago

Running store operations - analyzing staffing needs, reporting financial and sales data, handling cash, meeting compliance, opening trouble tickets with Facilities/Network/IT as needed to ensure store...

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - 21 and older only - EUTAW, AL

  • Eutaw, AL (18 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Eutaw, AL (18 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management...

Retail Manager - Tire and Battery Center

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 4 days ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

Store Manager - Chicos

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Store Manager - Chico's Location Tuscaloosa, Alabama Zip/Postal Code 35401 Country United States Region Southeast Reference Number 5330 Position type Permanent Category Retail Job Function Store - Management...

Store Manager - Chico's

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Manager position Proven ability to recruit, select, develop, and retain full store team and hold individuals accountable for performance Proven ability to foster team commitment and create a positive...

Retail Store Manager

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago

An Ollies retail store manager provides the leadership for the successful operation of the entire store....

Store Team Lead

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago

individual positions full job description: Logistics Team Lead ( Operation Team Lead ( Store Inventory Control Team Lead ( Store Merchandising Team Lead ( Sales Team Lead Softlines ( Sales Team Lead Hardlines...

Branch Manager I

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago

At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and...

Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Brand: Spencer's The Store Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining Guest Services....

General Manager - Truck Care

  • Eutaw, AL (18 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Eutaw, AL (18 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 15 days ago

Req ID: 464879 Address: 7561 Mesopotamia St Eutaw, AL, 35462 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * 401(k) 100% match up to 5% *...

Assistant Manager Retail - Tuscaloosa

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 19 days ago

[Back to all jobs]("black"} # Assistant Manager Retail - Tuscaloosa - *Posted 21-May-2025 (CST)* - *1140 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA* - *17.31 per hour* - *Salary* - *Full Time*...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

(USA) Tire & Battery Technician - Automotive

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

Retail Store Manager

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - 21 and older only - TUSCALOOSA, AL

  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (22 miles from Akron, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Akron, AL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Akron, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.1%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Store Managers in Akron, AL
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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