Store Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

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

  • Irvine, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibility for total store operations including complete management of the P&L Creating staffing models, hire, train and retain employees Utilizing an existing distribution channel to customize...

Store Director, Sales

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

JOB TITLE: Store Director, Sales REPORTS TO: Store Director Overview We expect our employees to deliver the Tiffany Experience to each and every client and Tiffany is committed to creating an...

Store Manager

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct supervision of Assistant Store Manager, Area Supervisors and all Retail Associates....

Branch Manager

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Sr Branch Manager - Weekends Off!

  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

As a top-performing financial institution, Pacific Premier Bank is dedicated to taking care of our customers and employees and making all feel welcomed and valued through building long-lasting...

Retail Store Manager II, Rancho-Santa-Margarita, #1439

  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (6 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (6 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

The Store Manager motivates and inspires the team to achieve store productivity goals....

Licensed Store Manager

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Licensed Target Store Manager delivers this mission by leading a Team of high performing Team Members to deliver an incredible experience to each and every guest and in doing so meets all goals...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Garden Grove, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

Hiring Goldfish Swim School Assistant General Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assistant General Manager - Apply here (copy and paste following link): Youll oversee the day-to-day operations of the swim school, making sure everything runs safely, smoothly, and up to Goldfish...

Store Manager

  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (18 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and...

Retail Store Manager

  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago

JOB MISSION Retail Store Managers are in charge of the staff, operation, and presentation of their New Balance store....

Store Manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Expertise in store operations. Training, interviewing, planning, organizational, and performance management skills....

Store Manager - 1429

  • Ladera Ranch, CA (4 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ladera Ranch, CA (4 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Licensed Store Manager

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Licensed Target Store Manager delivers this mission by leading a Team of high performing Team Members to deliver an incredible experience to each and every guest and in doing so meets all goals...

General Manager

  • Irvine, CA (5 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (5 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Flexible schedule Training & development Pure Barre is the national leader in barre fitness with more than 500+...

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, CA

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Lake Forest, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.4%
High School or GED
20.7%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.0%
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 Lake Forest, CA
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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