Store Manager Jobs in Los Altos, 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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Grocery Store Director

  • Grocery Outlet
  • San Lorenzo, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grocery Outlet
  • San Lorenzo, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 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...

General Manager

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiencesfor true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta...

Retail Store Manager II, Burlingame, #512

  • Burlingame, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Ann Taylor Factory Store Manager, Marina Square San Leandro, Alameda, CA

  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Store Manager, you will lead the customer and associate experiences in your store....

Store Manager

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Category Retail Position Summary Responsible for every aspect of the store operation, which includes: selecting, coaching and developing store teammates as well as merchandising, advertising and...

General Manager(07992) - 2391 Mission Street

  • Santa Cruz, CA (20 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (20 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Job Description ABOUT THE JOB: GM Create purchase orders for location Write schedule Hire/Train employees Daily food quality checks Take in person and phone orders Make pizzas...

Store Manager - Victorias Secret - Stanford Shopping Center - Palo Alto, CA

  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Branch General Manager

  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Your Impact at Lowes As the Branch General Manager (BGM), you will be a key member of the leadership team, coaching and training associates, delegating, following up on daily tasks, managing...

Store Manager (Sales, Customer Service)

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

What You Will Do: The Store Manager is the driving force behind our business....

Store Manager CA, Job 419.25

  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Store Manager is responsible for supervising all store employees within a given location....

Store Manager

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

HomeGoods At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Store Manager

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Certain assignments may require other qualifications and skills SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\: Direct supervision of Assistant Store Manager, Area Supervisors and all Retail Associates....

Store Manager

  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Benefit Information Our Store Managers bring the Starbucks experience to life by managing store operations, driving financial success, building great teams, and building a meeting place in their communities...

Assistant General Manager

  • Burlingame, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days 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...

General Manager

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Del Grande Dealer Group is searching for talented professionals to join their team. DGDG's vision for success is driven by our unique culture and cutting-edge technology. To make our vision...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Los Altos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Los Altos, CA 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 Los Altos, 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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