Store Manager Jobs in Gulf Shores, 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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Retail Store Manager

  • PetSmart
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 21 hours ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people....

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Store Manager - The Cosmetics Company Store - Fulltime - Tanger Outlet - Foley, AL

  • Estee Lauder
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Description We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational Store/Retail/Counter Manager to lead, coach and develop our team of Sales Associates to achieve all sales, customer service and...

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Oil Change Shop Manager - Shop#252 - 27825 US 98

  • Driven Brands
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Company:Take 5 Oil Change We invite you to join us at Take 5! Take 5 Oil Change is your neighborhood go-to oil change spot. We've been doing this for over 35 years now and we pride ourselves in...

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Store Manager

  • Journeys
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 2 days ago

operations Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices Plan weekly staffing schedules in compliance with schedules policy Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers Resolve...

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Store Manager-Tanger Outlet at Foley Beach

  • Victoria's Secret
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 4 days ago

The Store Manager drives consistency in performance and execution through business insights and actions to deliver results....

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Store Manager - Spencer's

  • Spencer Gifts, LLC
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

  • Aldi Brand
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 15 days ago

ALDI is looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our Store Manager Trainee program....

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Salon Manager

  • Supercuts
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 15 days ago

2155 S Mckenzie St Ste G, FOLEY, AL, 36535, US Overview Supercuts is one of the industry's most recognized salon brands. We offer outstanding development and training, with special emphasis on...

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STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - ELBERTA, AL

  • Dollar General
  • Elberta, AL (17 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elberta, AL (17 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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Store Manager - #201-203-206-207

  • Surf Style Retail Mangement
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 20 days ago
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 20 days ago

Job Summary: We are looking for hard-working, honest and friendly Store Managers with a desire to provide outstanding customer service to join our team....

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Store Manager - Spirit

  • Spirit Halloween
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 21 days ago

The Store Manager is responsible for shrink, merchandising, inventory control, staffing, setup, pack-up and teardown of a seasonal store....

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STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - DAPHNE, AL

  • Dollar General
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 22 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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General Manager I - Store 7874 - Fairhope, AL

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 26 days ago

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, as well as helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Strawcherry II LLC
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 29 days ago

The Assistant General Manager is involved in all areas of store operations, which include: Assist the General Manager with hiring, developing, and leading the team at your store to provide a great guest...

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Store Manager

  • Icahn Automotive
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 29 days ago

The Store Manager will recruit, hire, develop, and provide inspirational leadership and direction to the service selling and back shop teams....

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Demographic Data for Gulf Shores, AL

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Gulf Shores, AL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Gulf Shores, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Some College
2.8%
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 Gulf Shores, 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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