Store Manager Jobs in Lockport, 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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Retail Store Manager 138 Chicago, IL Market

Oswego, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
1 hour ago

Oswego, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
1 hour ago

Store - CHI-OSWEGO, IL Store Managers are expected to spend the vast majority of their time on managerial work....

Branch Manager

Channahon, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
2 hours ago

Channahon, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
2 hours ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As Branch...

Emerging Store Manager

Glen Ellyn, IL (17 miles from Lockport, IL)
3 hours ago

Glen Ellyn, IL (17 miles from Lockport, IL)
3 hours ago

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

General Manager - Pet Resort Operations

Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
5 hours ago

Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
5 hours ago

Job Description PetSuites Naperville located in Naperville, IL is looking for an experienced General Manager to lead the pack! Overview: A General Manager (GM) is a Full-Time position responsible...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

River Forest, IL (23 miles from Lockport, IL)
17 hours ago

River Forest, IL (23 miles from Lockport, IL)
17 hours ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you lead processes supporting the...

Store Director

Chicago Ridge, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
18 hours ago

Chicago Ridge, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
18 hours ago