Store Manager Jobs in Sparks, MD

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 Store Director

  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (13 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 3 days ago

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 Leader Assistant, GetGo

  • Edgewood, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Edgewood, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Summary The GetGo Assistant Store Leader is a key player in keeping the store team running like clockwork, because our customers' clocks are ticking. The Team Member in this role will coach,...

Store Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 17 hours 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...

Virtual Branch Manager

  • Edgewood, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edgewood, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 1 day ago

APGFCU – Your Community Credit Union! For over 80 years, APGFCU has shared our financial experience and provided valuable products and services to build stability and financial independence, one...

Retail Store Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Store Manager will be responsible for establishing and maintaining guest services, oversees and is accountable for the operations of the store ensuring maximum sales and profitability through merchandise...

Store Manager- Towson Town Center

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

GENERAL FUNCTION The overall mission of the Store Manager is to be a leader within the LensCrafters organization....

Retail Store Manager - 0050

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

A Store Manager will recruit and retain top talent. A Store Manager will be responsible for maximizing financial goals and managing Customer Relations / Customer Satisfaction....

Store Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

We empower allstore managers to use their customer service and sales skills to the fullest, and we celebrate their commitment to making our store operations succeed....

General Manager of Concessions - Oriole Park at Camden Yards

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Free parking, employee meals, etc. Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment...

Bilingual Retail Store Manager I

  • Essex, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Essex, MD (22 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 3 days ago

The Retail Store Manager ("RSM") is responsible for the overall sales and operations of the location that they are assigned to oversee....

Store Manager- Towson Town Center

  • Towson, MD (10 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Towson, MD (10 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

GENERAL FUNCTION The overall mission of the Store Manager is to be a leader within the LensCrafters organization....

FT Framing Manager Retail

  • Bel Air, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bel Air, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Major Activities Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Company programs to ensure compliance to applicable laws and requirements; ensure...

Sales Manager Retail

  • Bel Air, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bel Air, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the...

Branch Manager

  • Westminster, MD (16 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (16 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Branch Manager I Supervisory Responsibilities Branch Personnel Reports To District Manager/Assistant Vice President FLSA Status Exempt Schedule: Work hours will depend on the business hours of the...

CCBC Catonsville Bookstore Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (17 miles from Sparks, MD)
  • 4 days ago

The Store Manager will lead the store in the daily operation of our retail store....

Demographic Data for Sparks, MD

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Sparks, MD

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Sparks, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.4%
High School or GED
20.7%
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 Sparks, MD
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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