Store Manager Jobs in Wake Forest, NC

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 Operations Manager (GM)

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

Insomnia Cookies is expanding and looking for strong management to join our team at our Raleigh, NC (Fayetteville St) location. We are seeking a hospitality focused individuals looking to join a...

General Manager(04449)- 2531 E Lyon Station Rd, Ste G

  • Creedmoor, NC (11 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Creedmoor, NC (11 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

As a Domino's Pizza General Manager, your leadership determines the success of an entire store operation....

Branch Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

FleetPride is the largest after-market distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in the U.S. with some of the best and brightest people in the business! Partner with the best in the...

Assistant Manager, Retail & Production

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Managers have a special role in making sure every guest is fully satisfied not only with our doughnuts, but with their overall experience in the shops. You will support and inspire team...

Store Manager

  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications: At least 3 years prior merchandising and/or operational experience At least 3 years leadership experience, preferably big box retail Must be legally permitted to work in the...

Automotive Store Manager

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago

The Midas Store Manager is responsible for business operations and store performance (safety, efficiencies, and profit/loss accountability)....

Retail Store Manager, Durham

  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The role of Retail Store Manager at Vuori is to lead the retail sales team by example, forging connections with customers while communicating Vuori's brand values through insightful...

Branch Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Apply Description About Us Join Dogwood, a North Carolina state-chartered community bank named as a Best Employer in North Carolina for multiple consecutive years! Dogwood has had immense success...

FT Center Store Manager (H)

  • Creedmoor, NC (11 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Creedmoor, NC (11 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 2 days ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE Support the management and duties of store operations to meet financial and sales goals....

Retail Manager - CLUB Membership

  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: This Retail Manager position for our Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's CLUB program is a unique position in our retail locations. The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's CLUB is a...

Store Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago

The Cabinets To Go Store Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of selling kitchen cabinets, bath vanities, counter tops, flooring products, and installation services....

FT Pharmacy Manager - Store 494 Cary, NC

  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cary, NC (19 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 3 days ago

SUMMARY: P rovide world class customer service in stores as a full-time forty (40) hour pharmacist and work to satisfy every customer's needs by exceeding their expectations and making every...

Store Director

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago

The Retail Store Manager is responsible for running day-to-day sales and operations while meeting excellent customer service standards....

Retail Store Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago

The Retail Store Manager is responsible for running day-to-day sales and operations while meeting excellent customer service standards....

Store Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Wake Forest, NC)
  • 4 days ago

the ultimate goal of providing an exceptional lifestyle experience for both internal and external guests Set the course - Build strong sales and service relationships with guests in all aspect of store...

Demographic Data for Wake Forest, NC

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Wake Forest, NC

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Wake Forest, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.0%
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 Wake Forest, NC
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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