Store Manager Jobs in Bridgeport, NJ

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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HermanMiller

General Manger - Philadelphia

  • HermanMiller
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • HermanMiller
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of HermanMiller means being a part of something larger...

Grocery Outlet

Retail Store Manager

  • Norristown, PA (23 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norristown, PA (23 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 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...

Grocery Outlet

Retail General Manager

  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 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 Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

As a Store Manager, you will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse team with an excellent company culture....

Store Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Demonstrated success in overseeing store operations, including visual merchandising, financial management, and loss prevention. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed....

Branch Manager - Floater

  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Chester, PA (18 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Function Citadel’s Branch Managers are responsible for the overall success of the branch and serve as the face of Citadel in the community. Branch Managers are responsible for directing sales and...

Store Director (Store Manager) Philadelphia, PA

  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

The pay range is $104,000.00 - $208,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience...

Store Manager - Golf Galaxy

  • Devon, PA (16 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devon, PA (16 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

OVERVIEW: Golf Galaxy is seeking a specialty Retail Store Manager to oversee store operations. Drive sales and profitability through customer satisfaction and report analysis....

Store Manager

  • Wyncote, PA (22 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wyncote, PA (22 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Store Leader

  • Blue Bell, PA (24 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (24 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Aubuchon Company is a 4th generation family company with 100+ retail locations that believes we don't need to choose between being a "mom and pop" and a modern-day competitor. Our success is a...

Store Manager (Live on Site)

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (21 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (21 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a Store Manager (Lives on Site), you will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse team with an excellent company culture....

General Manager - NSO Store 7056

  • Somerdale, NJ (17 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerdale, NJ (17 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position capable of...

Store Manager - Philadelphia, PA

  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (14 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: Store Manager - Create and promote a friendly, professional environment with customers, supervisors, and co-workers....

Store Manager

  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

General Position Summary At Lids, our Store Managers are the heart and soul of the Lids brand....

Retail Store Manager

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Bridgeport, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Retail Store Manager Retail Store Managers are executives within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by creating an atmosphere that establishes, nourishes and maintains Bobs...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Bridgeport, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Bridgeport, NJ 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 Bridgeport, NJ
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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