Store Manager Jobs in California

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

Retail Store Manager

  • Fresno, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Fresno, 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...

Branch Manager

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 3 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...

Branch Manager

  • Dublin, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dublin, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The Branch Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their commercial paint branch, making sure it runs smoothly and effectively. This includes managing all aspects of branch...

Store Manager (Lives on Site)

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 3 hours ago

As a Store Manager (Lives on Site), you will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse team with an excellent company culture....

Branch Manager II

  • Fresno, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The Branch Manager II represents all Hertz Global brands to our customers, community leaders, business partners, vendors and government entities. This position is primarily responsible for the...

CA Pharmacy Manager - Store 09845

  • Porterville, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Porterville, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Manager to maintain a healthy talent pipeline of cross-trained colleagues willing to work in the pharmacy, and ensuring that cross-trained colleagues are on-track for timely completion of all required...

Store Manager

  • Vacaville, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 3 hours 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...

Store Manager - Larchmont

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Peets is currently seeking passionate Store Managers....

Branch Manager

  • Gardena, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gardena, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Achieves and exceeds individual and branch sales and service targets through performance management of sales associates, weekly sales, and service meetings with branch staff Markets new and...

Store Management - STONESTOWN SAN FRANCISCO, CA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? The Role Do you usually find yourself leading the way, being an integral member of the team, keeping the team working...

Sr Director and General Manager, Orthopedic Extremities

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 3 hours ago

JOB OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for the sales, profitability, strategy and day-to-day operations of the Orthopedic Extremities Business Unit globally within the Orthopedics Group. The...

Sr Branch Manager - Weekends Off!

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 3 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...

Bilingual Store Manager

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The Store Manager serves as the face of ACE Cash Express to our customers....

Emerging Store Manager

  • Eureka, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 3 hours ago

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

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Redlands, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Redlands, CA
  • 4 hours ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in California 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 California
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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