Store Manager Jobs in Waukegan, 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 - Optical

  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting....

Store Manager

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Pleasant Prairie, United States of America SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our...

Branch Manager North America

  • Palatine, IL (20 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (20 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Related experience may include: Operations Manager, Sales Manager, Director of Sales, Director of Operations, District Manager, Rental Manager, Store Manager, Business Development Manager Base Pay Range...

store manager - Highland Park, Deerfield, IL

  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 hours 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

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 23 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced, energetic and driven Store Manager to join our growing auto parts team....

Store Manager

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Duties and Responsibilities The general duties of a Pet Pros Store Manager, include but are not limited to: A Pet Pros Store Manager understands and can perform all the duties of their staff....

Store Manager

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Store Manager Location Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Zip/Postal Code 11211 Country United States Region Midwest Reference Number 11981-b1a2a Category Retail Job Function Store - Management Store Manager...

General Manager II Store 6965 Mundelein IL

  • Mundelein, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mundelein, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

What is a General Manager? A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management...

Thrift store manager

  • Libertyville, IL (8 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (8 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

NOW HIRING: EXPERIENCED THRIFT STORE MANAGER (Full/Part Time) We are looking for a motivated and experienced Thrift Store Manager to lead our team!...

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Kildeer, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Floating Store Manager

  • Glenview, IL (19 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (19 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and...

Store Manager

  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Manager Position....

Store Manager

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 4 days ago

In addition, all Full-Time Associates, including FT Retail Associate, Area Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager, are eligible for extended benefits offered including Medical/Dental/...

The North Face: Store Manager - Pleasant Prairie

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

As the Store Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and development to the store staff and successfully execute company strategies to ensure a consistent peak brand experience....

General Manager

  • Deerfield, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: Manages all functions of a Jimmy John's restaurant to ensure customer service and high quality products are delivered to ensure restaurant profitability. Responsible for the...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Waukegan, IL

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Waukegan, 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
12.0%
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 Waukegan, 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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