Store Manager Jobs in Lawrence, 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 (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 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...

Store Operations Manager #188 - Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 1 day 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 In Basehor, KS

  • Basehor, KS (15 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basehor, KS (15 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 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...

General Manager Building Materials

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 3 days ago

GENERAL MANAGER Manages all branch aspects in developing strategies and objectives toward driving store sales and profitability through effective leadership and communication. JOB DUTIES AND...

General Manager (Salaried) - 24E407

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 3 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers As a General Manager of...

Sales - Store Manager-Sign On Bonus Available

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Sales - Store Manager-Sign On Bonus Available Olathe, KS, USA Req #2944 Thursday, July 3, 2025 Why Russell Cellular? Starting pay is up to $23 hourly!...

Store Sales Manager #188 - Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Manager position is responsible for the overall management and execution of operational excellence for the entire store, with additional specific focus on supervision and management of team members in Hardlines...

Store Director

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 13 days ago

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

Branch Manager 4 - 6th & Kasold Office - Lawrence, KS

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 14 days ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

General Manager

  • Edgerton, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Edgerton, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 17 days ago

General Manager Location : Address 32511 W 200 St Job Locations US-KS-Edgerton Job ID 2025-45254 # of Openings 1 Posted Date 4 days ago (6/18/2025 7:28 PM) Category Management Type Regular...

Retail Store Manager

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 20 days ago

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

Restaurant General Manager

  • Baldwin City, KS (16 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baldwin City, KS (16 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 22 days ago

Are you a high energy, passionate Restaurant leader who is looking for the next step in their career? Are you someone who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Do you thrive in...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 22 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 22 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you lead processes supporting the...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 23 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(06360) - 821 S 5th Street

  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS (21 miles from Lawrence, KS)
  • 23 days ago

Company Description Job Description ABOUT THE JOB You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Lawrence, KS

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, 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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