Store Manager Jobs in Kansas City, MO

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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General Manager

  • Blue Springs, MO (18 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Blue Springs, MO (18 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago

As a results-driven General Manager, you will oversee the success of your store and team by setting the bar high for performance and customer service. You will provide ongoing coaching and...

Store Manager 1

  • Belton, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Belton, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 6 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications: Education & Experience An associate degree in business administration, retail sales or marketing is preferred; 2 years experience in staff management and development or...

Store Manager I

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications: Education & Experience An associate degree in business administration, retail sales or marketing is preferred; 2 years experience in staff management and development or...

Salon Manager

  • Merriam, KS (6 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Merriam, KS (6 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 21 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 - Roeland Park, KS

  • Roeland Park, KS (5 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roeland Park, KS (5 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 1 day ago

As a Casey's Store Manager, we offer a customizable career path to help you continue growing your management and leadership career....

Showroom Manager - Town Center Crossing

  • Leawood, KS (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Leawood, KS (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 1 day ago

and innovation) REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of high school diploma; bachelor's degree strongly preferred 5+ years of experience working in a retail environment, ideally in a store...

Store Manager In Smithville, MO

  • Smithville, MO (20 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smithville, MO (20 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 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...

General Manager, Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Functions as the primary strategic business leader of the property with responsibility for all aspects of the operation, including guest and employee satisfaction, human resources,...

Retail Store Manager

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview We are hiring a Retail Store Manager for our NEW LOCATION Kansas City, KS that will be opening up this fall. A successful Retail Store Manager will strive to go for WOW!...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Independence, MO (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Independence, MO (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago

store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

Branch Manager Trainee

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $109k - $187k Per Year Branch Manager Trainee Regional Finance Occupation: Financial Managers Location:...

Store Manager in Trng

  • Mission, KS (6 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mission, KS (6 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Education & Experience An associate degree in business administration, retail sales or marketing is preferred; 2 years experience in staff management and development or...

General Manager (Store 171, Overland Park, KS)

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Store Operations Ensure a positive, professional and safe work environment for all associates. Supervise the “general operations” of the entire store....

Assitant Store Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Were looking for an Assistant Store Manager who is passionate about fostering an inclusive and supportive environment....

Store Manager

  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Store Managers at Dollar Tree are responsible for the following: Managing the profitable operation of a retail store with emphasis on recruiting, hiring, training and developing store associates in...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Kansas City, MO

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, MO
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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