Store Manager Jobs in Grafton, IL

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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Store Manager

  • Saint Peters, MO (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Waterway is hiring for its renowned Manager Training and Development Program in the St. Louis Area. You dont have to sit at a desk to earn good money and learn how to effectively manage and run a...

Retail Store Manager (Non Driving Role) - Relocation Available

  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 22 days ago

WHAT OUR RETAIL STORE MANAGERS ENJOY MOST Collaborating with peers to build high preforming teams through best practice sharing....

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 2 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...

Auto Center Retail Manager

  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 2 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...

Store Manager

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Branch Manager (Jennings Branch)

  • Jennings, MO (22 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jennings, MO (22 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

GSE Shop Manager

  • Hazelwood, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

$100,000/YR Wrenching Manager - Must be able to assist with repairs and diagnosis INTRODUCTION Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities?...

Store Manager

  • Saint Peters, MO (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

T he Store Manager is responsible for daily operations and profitability of one or more of our retail locations....

Emerging Store Manager

  • Maryland Heights, MO (20 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (20 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

achieve company deliverables; Works alternate schedule with the Store Manager with minimal overlap; Assumes responsibilities of all store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

General Manager(01611) - 8760 veterans memorial pkwy

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then you go to work and you make sure that everyone...

Licensed Salon Manager

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job summary JOB DESCRIPTION Our salon is looking for talented salon managers who are passionate about cutting hair and making their clients look great! Our team is dedicated to exceptional...

Automotive Store Manager

  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alton, IL (19 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Positions are available in our retail locations across our many brands, in field management, and in store operations at our Store Support Center in Rochester, New York....

Store General Manager Trainee

  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Note: Selection for the MIT position does not guarantee promotion into a Store Manager/Commercial Sales Manager position....

Store Manager

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Store Manager In Ofallon, MO

  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (16 miles from Grafton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Grafton, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Grafton, IL 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 Grafton, IL
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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