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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Branch Manager (Streeterville) - Chicago, IL

  • Bedford Park, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (15 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

Branch Manager (Oak Park) - Chicago, IL

  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

Branch Manager (Evergreen Park) - IL

  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (19 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

Store Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 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 Sales Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

The Store Manager ensures teams always put the customer at the center and create a compelling and engaging environment for Mattress Firm team members....

General Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orland Park, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Join our Management Team! General Managers start between $47,000 - $50,000 Annually + Bonus Opportunity Monthly Summary: Manages all functions of the restaurant to ensure customer service and high...

Store Leader (Manager) Trainee

  • Plainfield, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Store Manager The Store Leader is the heart and soul of the store....

Store Manager

  • Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Manager Position....

06048 Store Manager

  • Villa Park, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Villa Park, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Berwyn, IL (20 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (20 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

General Manager- School Nutrition - Joliet, Ill

  • Plainfield, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (9 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 3 days ago

SUMMARY: This position oversees a School District in the Joliet Area The General Manager is responsible for maintaining systems and procedures for all aspects of the Food Nutrition /Dining Program...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Lemont, IL (6 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (6 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Westchester, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westchester, IL (18 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days 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...

General Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Experience with store operations and loss prevention. Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) Knowledge of ADP and ALOHA preferred....

Store Leader

  • Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (11 miles from Lockport, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Lockport, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Lockport, 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 Lockport, 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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