Store Manager Jobs in Olympia Fields, 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 - Auto Center Department

  • Evergreen Park, IL (14 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (14 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 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...

Retail Manager - Tire and Battery Center

  • Evergreen Park, IL (14 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (14 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 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

  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Store Leader (Manager) Trainee

  • Tinley Park, IL (8 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (8 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

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

Store Manager-Retail Jewelry

  • Orland Park, IL (10 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (10 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Store Managers at Helzberg Diamonds manage daily operations to achieve sales goals and profit objectives....

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only

  • East Chicago, IN (15 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Chicago, IN (15 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day 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 Bench

  • Calumet Park, IL (11 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Calumet Park, IL (11 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Store Managers at Dollar Tree are responsible for the following: Managing the profitable operation of a retail store with emphasis on recruiting, hiring, training and developing store associates in...

Moving Center General Manager Trainee

  • Glenwood, IL (4 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenwood, IL (4 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range: $15.00 to $19.95 Hourly Location: 103 W Holbrook Rd, Glenwood, Illinois 60425 United States of America U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (10 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orland Park, IL (10 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Store Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

What You Will Be Doing: Strategic Leadership: You will be well-versed in every part of store operations, and can seamlessly jump into specific areas for our GEGs, Leads, or ASM as needed....

Branch Manager

  • Griffith, IN (13 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Griffith, IN (13 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview We service our communities by offering personal installment loans designed to help our customers get the money they need when they need it. The Branch Manager leads the local branch and...

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - EAST CHICAGO, IN

  • East Chicago, IN (15 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (15 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 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 Unassigned

  • Oak Lawn, IL (13 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (13 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Supports store operations by shadowing or assisting the Store Manager in leading store throughout the learning journey....

store manager - Lansing, IL

  • Lansing, IL (7 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansing, IL (7 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Benefit Information Our Store Managers bring the Starbucks experience to life by managing store operations, driving financial success, building great teams, and building a meeting place in their communities...

Store Manager Candidate In Calumet City, IL

  • Calumet City, IL (9 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Calumet City, IL (9 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Store Manager Candidate supports the Store Manager in the effective implementation of all store processes including employee supervision, staffing, inventory management...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Olympia Fields, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Olympia Fields, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
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 Olympia Fields, 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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