Store Manager Jobs in Purvis, MS

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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Salon Manager

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 18 hours 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 youre looking for a new opportunity? If this sounds like...

Store Manager In Varnado, LA

  • Varnado, LA (22 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Varnado, LA (22 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 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...

Store Manager

  • Lumberton, MS (9 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lumberton, MS (9 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Family Dollar Store Managers provide leadership, sales management and customer service in all aspect of managing a Family Dollar store....

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - HATTIESBURG, MS

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 5 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...

Branch Manager II Evelyn Gandy 4919

  • Petal, MS (18 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Petal, MS (18 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 7 days ago

JOIN THE KEESLER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TEAM! Keesler Federal Credit Union team members enjoy competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits, some of which include: Medical, dental, and vision...

Store Manager

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 8 days ago

The Store Manager leads all retail store operations with a focus on quality and service to ensure that our customers have a memorable experience....

General Manager

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 15 days ago

The General Manager works with patients, ensures that the team adheres to policies and procedures, supervises team members, oversees dispensary operations, and ensures a wonderful patient...

Store Manager

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 15 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for every aspect of the store operation, which includes: selecting, coaching and developing store teammates as well as merchandising, advertising and promotion of products...

General Manager(05987) - 221 Highway 26 West

  • Poplarville, MS (24 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Poplarville, MS (24 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 19 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...

General Manager(05990) - 5828 U.S. Hwy. 11

  • Purvis, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Purvis, MS
  • 19 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...

Branch Manager 2025-14364

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago

This is a Job Description for a Branch Manager in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Summary[][] : The Branch Manager will drive a best in class branch experience for customers and employees by leading,...

Store Team Lead

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago

individual positions full job description: Logistics Team Lead ( Operation Team Lead ( Store Inventory Control Team Lead ( Store Merchandising Team Lead ( Sales Team Lead Softlines ( Sales Team Lead Hardlines...

General Manager

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 21 days ago

_Main Responsibilities of a General Manager:_** Responsible for every aspect of everyday supervision of store outlets Responsible for resources management Takes care of stock, staff, and sales...

Store Management

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 26 days ago

Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers. The Company focuses on delivering style, service and value to its shoppers by offering compelling apparel, cosmetics and home...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (11 miles from Purvis, MS)
  • 30+ 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...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Purvis, MS

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Purvis, MS 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 Purvis, MS
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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