Store Manager Jobs in Gardner, KS

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

  • Olathe, KS (8 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (8 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Waterway is hiring for its renowned Manager Training and Development Program in the Kansas City Area. You dont have to sit at a desk to earn good money and learn how to effectively manage and run...

Auto Glass Repair Shop Manager - Shop#94 - 7831 Shawnee Mission Pkwy

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 8 hours ago

Company:Auto Glass Now Auto Glass Now offers fast, friendly, and convenient auto glass services. As the second largest auto glass repairer in America, our outstanding team works hard to deliver...

Retail Store Manager

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 19 hours ago

DXL Group, the largest specialty retailer of men's Big + Tall apparel, is looking for a Retail Store Manager who is committed to building long term relationships with our guests by providing an experience...

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Vlg Loch Loyd, MO (21 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vlg Loch Loyd, MO (21 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 1 day ago

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

Store Manager Candidate In Lawrence, KS

  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 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...

Store Manager

  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 2 days ago

The Store Manager oversees the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations with limited direct supervision....

Assistant Manager of Store Operation

  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Assistant Manager Store Operations; Assistant Manager Perishables; Assistant Manager Health Wellness Home Department: General FLSA : Exempt General Function : Supervises...

Shop Manager - Handguns

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 3 days ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

Shop Manager - Pro-License

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

Retail Store Manager 130 Kansas City Market (Bench)

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Store - KC-OVERLAND PARK/SOUTH, KSStore Managers are expected to spend the vast majority of their time on managerial work. This includes leading and managing a team; holding the team accountable...

Store Manager

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago

The Store Manager oversees the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations with limited direct supervision....

Store Manager

  • Lenexa, KS (16 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (16 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 4 days ago

The Store Manager oversees the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations with limited direct supervision....

Store Operations Manager #188 - Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (8 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (8 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 5 days ago

It is a leadership position and is expected to effectively drive the overall performance of the store and store Operations through the effective supervision, communication and coordination of the team...

Store Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Manager you must be able to perform each and every one of the above essential job duties....

Retail Store Supervisor / Keyholder

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Gardner, KS)
  • 6 days ago

You will support store operations and help build a sales and service culture to deliver best-in-class service and bring to life a distinctive world of adult beverages and more for our customers....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Gardner, KS

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Gardner, KS 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 Gardner, KS
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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