Store Manager Jobs in West Covina, 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 Outlet

Grocery Store Director

  • Grocery Outlet
  • Monterey Park, CA (11 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grocery Outlet
  • Monterey Park, CA (11 miles from West Covina, 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

  • Glendale, CA (21 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA (21 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 11 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...

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Orange, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (20 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Sales Manager Retail

  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the...

Store Manager for Venchi Chocolate and Gelato in Century City Mall!

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Store Manager for Venchi Chocolate and Gelato in Century City Mall!...

Salon Manager

  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Supercuts is one of the industry's most recognized salon brands. We offer outstanding development and training, with special emphasis on technical skills, have an established career path for those...

General Manager, A X Armani Exchange

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

As the leader of the store, you will be part of a diverse leadership and sales team, who you will inspire and motivate each day. You will align the entire team on driving sales, providing an...

Store Manager - 24H400

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Carters Careers As a Store Manager, you and the team you lead will be the first face of the brand for growing families....

Store Manager (Referrals, United States), Amazon Fresh

  • West Hollywood, CA (22 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (22 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunities are located throughout the United States We are looking for an experienced Store Manager who can bring Amazons customer obsession to life in a grocery retail environment....

10288 Store Manager

  • Irvine, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Your role as a Store Manager: When it comes to the customer experience - it all starts with you....

Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Full-Time Estimated Hours: 45 hours per week Store Manager Trainee Starting Wage: $30.25 per hour Estimated Store Manager Earning Potential Year 1: Up to $100,500 (inclusive of salary...

Free People Store Manager

  • Etiwanda, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Etiwanda, CA (24 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Store Manager to join this team. Interested? Apply now! The Store Manager will lead and drive sales by taking an Omni channel approach to the retail experience....

store manager- Chino/Chino Hills/Ontario

  • Chino, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chino, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

store manager-Pasadena/Arcadia/Montrose/La Canada

  • Pasadena, CA (12 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (12 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Store Manager - Beverly Center

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from West Covina, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview The Store Manager leads sales and customer service efforts at Macys....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in West Covina, CA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in West Covina, 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 West Covina, 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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