Store Manager Jobs in Oak Brook, 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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HVAC/R Branch Manager - Light Commercial

  • CoolSys
  • Carol Stream, IL (13 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (13 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management.With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored solutions to...

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Store Manager

  • GNC
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

As a Store Manager, you are part of team that is passionate about helping everyone win....

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Segment Development Manager - Retail

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Eaton's ES AMER NAS division is currently seeking a Segment Development Manager - Retail. This is a remote role that will sit within the United States. What you'll do: The Segment Development...

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Store Manager

  • Icahn Automotive
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

The Store Manager will recruit, hire, develop, and provide inspirational leadership and direction to the service selling and back shop teams....

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Salon Manager

  • Great Clips
  • Bolingbrook, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Got shears and a winning attitude? Want to support other stylists? Then let's talk! Maybe you're a stylist who wants more responsibility or you're looking for a new opportunity? If this sounds...

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store manager - Wheaton/West Chicago, IL

  • Starbucks
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. As a coffeehouse leader, you dont...

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Oil Change Shop Manager - Shop#496 - 7520 Woodward Avenue

  • Driven Brands
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Company:Take 5 Oil Change We invite you to join us at Take 5! Take 5 Oil Change is your neighborhood go-to oil change spot. We've been doing this for over 35 years now and we pride ourselves in...

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General Manager I - Store 6044 South Elgin, IL

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • South Elgin, IL (23 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Elgin, IL (23 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, as well as helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position...

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Retail Store Manager

  • PetSmart
  • Geneva, IL (21 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Geneva, IL (21 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people....

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Store Manager - Full Time - Fashion Outlets of Chicago

  • L'Occitane International S.A.
  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (13 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Who You Are: As a Store Manager at L'Occitane, you will serve as the perfect host, curating a one-of -a-kind and immersive experience for our guests....

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Branch Manager Safe Act- Portage Park IL, Vice President

  • Citigroup
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Branch Manager SAFE Act is a senior management professional responsible for providing full leadership and direction to a team of employees, grow sales and client base in coordination with the...

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Emerging Store Manager

  • Walgreens
  • Bartlett, IL (18 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bartlett, IL (18 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Store Director

  • Target
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The pay range is $106,000.00 - $212,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience...

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Store Manager Trainee

  • DollarTree
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL (7 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Your natural leadership skills and ability to inspire teams to deliver exceptional customer service make you the right person for our Store Manager in Training position....

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Auto Center Retail Manager

  • Sam's Club
  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Oak Brook, IL)
  • 1 day 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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Demographic Data for Oak Brook, IL

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Oak Brook, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Oak Brook, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Some College
2.8%
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 Oak Brook, 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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