Store Manager Jobs in Oakland, 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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HermanMiller

General Manager - Walnut Creek

  • HermanMiller
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • HermanMiller
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of HermanMiller means being a part of something larger...

Grocery Outlet

Grocery Store Director

  • Grocery Outlet
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grocery Outlet
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 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 Manager - Spirit

  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Store Manager - Spirit Emeryville, CA (Onsite) Seasonal / Temp Store Manager - Spirit Napa, CA (Onsite) Seasonal / Temp Store Manager - Spirit Livermore, CA (Onsite) Seasonal / Temp Store Manager -...

Store Manager

  • Daly City, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Daly City, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 23 hours 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...

Retail Store Leader- Marina Square

  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with P&C Partners (HR/OD), Payroll and Store Operations while adhering to and following all company policies and procedures....

Store Manager

  • San Bruno, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bruno, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Store Manager is responsible for all facets of store operations and directly influences the performance of everyone who interacts with guests....

Store Manager

  • Daly City, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Daly City, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As a Store Manager, you are part of team that is passionate about helping everyone win....

Store Leader, Corte Madera

  • Corte Madera, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborating with regional retail management and cross-functional teams, you will work together to implement innovative strategies, optimize store operations, and build strong community connections...

Store Manager

  • Hilltop Mall, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hilltop Mall, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Print Shop Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

ABC Imaging is a global Printing and Media company, providing One Stop Visual Solutions to the Fortune 500 Companies worldwide. Locations in USA, London, Dubai and Shanghai. One Stop Solution....

Wine Store General Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Purpose Of The Role To ensure smooth and efficient store operations, providing the highest level of customer service....

Store Manager - Victorias Secret - Stonestown Galleria - San Francisco, CA

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Store Manager - Victoria's Secret - Stonestown Galleria - San Francisco, CA Join to apply for the Store Manager - Victoria's Secret - Stonestown Galleria - San Francisco, CA role at Victoria's Secret...

Sunglass Hut - Store Manager

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Store Manager creats an environment where everyone delivers great service through The Sunglass Hut Experience....

Store Manager - Berkeley

  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (7 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Store Managers truly understand the nomadic lifestyle and believe that durability is sustainability....

Retail Store Manager Focus Union St

  • Bel Tiburon, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bel Tiburon, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Combine your retail knowledge and leadership skills to oversee store operations, manage and develop a team and ensure AT&T customers experience our best-in-class services, entertainment and technology...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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