Store Manager Jobs in Waterloo, 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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General Manager(01526) - 5421 CHIPPEWA

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

General Manager(01526) - 5421 CHIPPEWA Domino's Franchise - 3.4 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time Estimated: $50.7K - $74.5K a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Writing skills Mid-level Map...

Retail Store Manager

  • Crystal City, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Crystal City, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

Store Manager High Ridge MO

  • High Ridge, MO (23 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • High Ridge, MO (23 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Claire's - A Career that's always in style Store Manager Opportunity About the Role As Store Manager, your core area of responsibilities will be: Sales and profit - Achieving store targets through driving...

Claire's Store Manager South County Mall

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Claire's - A Career that's always in style Store Manager Opportunity About the Role As Store Manager, your core area of responsibilities will be: Sales and profit - Achieving store targets through driving...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Store Manager Candidate

  • Cahokia Heights, IL (20 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cahokia Heights, IL (20 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Residential Branch Manager Trainee

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview We’re the Industry Leader Because of Leaders Like You. When you’re an Orkin Branch Manager, you’re the leader cultivating a team to deliver top-notch service from the industry leader with...

Salon Manager

  • Kirkwood, MO (23 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kirkwood, MO (23 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days 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 youre looking for a new opportunity? If this sounds like...

store manager - South County, St. Louis, MO

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, 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...

General Manager-Plaza Frontenac-St. Louis, MO

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

As a General Manager you are responsible for all aspects of the retail store operation....

Store Manager

  • Arnold, MO (15 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (15 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Auto Center Retail Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 4 days 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...

General Manager

  • Fairview Heights, IL (21 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL (21 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Retail Store Manager is responsible for running day-to-day sales and operations while meeting excellent customer service standards....

General Manager

  • Arnold, MO (15 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (15 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Overview As a General Manager, you will lead the success of your store and team by setting the bar high for performance and providing the white glove experience our customers expect. You will...

Store Manager

  • Shiloh, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Shiloh, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Manager Position....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Waterloo, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.4%
High School or GED
20.6%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.0%
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 Waterloo, 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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