Store Manager Jobs in Sanford, ME

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

  • Newington, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Newington, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

operations Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices Plan weekly staffing schedules in compliance with schedules policy Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers Resolve...

Center Store Manager

  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 hours ago

Strong understanding of Store Operations and Center Store Merchandising Techniques preferred....

FT Center Store Manager Trainee (H)

  • Waterboro, ME (11 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Waterboro, ME (11 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 hours ago

Strong understanding of store operations and total store merchandising techniques. Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills....

Store Operations Manager

  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 hours ago

The position serves as the second in charge of operations to the Store Manager....

Store Operations Manager

  • Rochester, NH (14 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rochester, NH (14 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 13 hours ago

Manager with overall store operations including driving sales and profit, planning, prioritization, and delegating of daily tasks....

Unassigned Store Manager

  • Scarborough, ME (24 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME (24 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Manager Trainee is responsible for learning the duties of the Store Manager position and developing the skills required for a Store Manager role....

Floating Manager- Store

  • York, ME (17 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, ME (17 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago

The Floating Store Manager (FM) is responsible for the management of the ongoing day to day operations of the store, while adhering to Company policies and procedures; direct supervision of staff; maximizing...

Automotive Store Managers

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 days ago

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General Manager - Gateway Station

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 5 days ago

About the Role As the General Manager, you are responsible for leading your team to deliver a profitable store business plan. You ensure your store achieves all key metrics and is meeting or...

Store Manager

  • Barrington, NH (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Barrington, NH (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Great Lakes BU - Region 07 - Market 02: 580 Franklin Pierce Hwy, Barrington, New Hampshire 03825 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The position includes, but is not...

Manager, Retail Store

  • Kittery, ME (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kittery, ME (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Bring to the Table Must be 18 years or older 4+ years of total retail experience, preferably with previous Store Manager experience....

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Salon Manager

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 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 you're looking for a new opportunity? If this sounds...

Store Manager

  • Kittery, ME (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kittery, ME (20 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago

The Store Manager develops diverse associates and leaders to best prepare them to achieve career and company goals....

Unassigned Store Manager

  • Scarborough, ME (22 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME (22 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Manager Trainee is responsible for learning the duties of the Store Manager position and developing the skills required for a Store Manager role....

Store Manager

  • Scarborough, ME (24 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME (24 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago

The Store Manager provides daily leadership to all positions within the store to include General Service Technicians, Technicians, Guest Care Specialists, and Assistant Store Manager....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Sanford, ME

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Sanford, ME 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 Sanford, ME
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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