Store Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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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Grocery Outlet

Grocery Store Director

Responsibility for total store operations including complete management of the P&L Creating staffing models, hire, train and retain employees Utilizing an existing distribution channel to customize...

STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE - 20 and older only

  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 1 hour 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 - 20 and older only

  • Morehead, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Morehead, KY
  • 1 hour 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...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Shepherdsville, KY - 2013

  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! Its Bo Time isnt a phrase, its a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness, and...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Georgetown, KY - 905

  • Georgetown, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Georgetown, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! Its Bo Time isnt a phrase, its a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness, and...

Manager Retail District

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

DESCRIPTION The Retail District Manager is responsible for the management and development of a group of Retail Coverage Merchandisers and Lead Merchandisers. They are responsible for representing...

Assistant Manager, Store/Kiosk

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 19 hours ago

In this role, you'll partner with a store manager to oversee all aspects involved in the daily operation of a retail store....

Store Manager

  • Fort Knox, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fort Knox, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Planning, directing, coordinating and controlling the diverse day-to-day commissary department operation. Resolving employee and customer complaints. Acting as department manager...

Assistant Manager Retail Full Time

  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Disability (Short term & Long term) 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off...

STORE MANAGER - 20 and older only - MOREHEAD, KY

  • Morehead, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Morehead, KY
  • 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...

Retail Store Leader

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Maintaining store operations, including inventory management, a clean store environment, and adhering to Asurions values....

General Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

What Youll Do : Oversee daily store operations, ensuring safety, service, and efficiency while maintaining compliance with audits, policies, and all regulations....

U-Haul Moving Center General Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Location: 1200 New Circle Rd, Lexington, Kentucky 40505 United States of America U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to manage one of our moving and storage...

Branch Manager

  • Corbin, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Corbin, KY
  • 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 CANDIDATE - 20 and older only - CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY

  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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