Store Manager Jobs in Allentown, PA

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

  • Allentown, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 13 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...

Assistant General Manager

  • Phillipsburg, NJ (18 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ (18 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

Ensure the planning and execution of established safety, security, quality, and store operations policies, procedures and practices....

Store Manager

  • Whitehall, PA (3 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Whitehall, PA (3 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

operations Supervise and manage all aspects of Loss Prevention practices Plan weekly staffing schedules in compliance with schedules policy Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers Resolve...

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Allentown, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 14 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Store Manager

  • Brodheadsville, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Brodheadsville, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 16 hours ago

Overall Job Summary The Manager Trainee is responsible for learning the duties of the Store Manager position and developing the skills required for a Store Manager role....

Store Manager

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 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...

Store Manager

  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\: Direct supervision of Assistant Store Manager, Area Supervisors and all Retail Associates....

Independent Operator - Store Manager

  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Store Operations : Oversee daily store functions, including inventory management, compliance, and financial oversight to ensure profitability and growth....

Branch Manager - Trexlertown Plaza Branch (New Build) - Allentown, PA

  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago

We have a passion for taking care of our customers and employees and making them feel welcomed and valued through building lasting relationships, doing the right thing, exceeding expectations, and...

Operation/Branch Manager

  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a reliable person to manage our Bethlehem PA location. Position will be Monday through Friday only, no late nights or weekends. Also included are major holidays off and paid...

Store Manager (5336)

  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

As a Store Manager, you are part of team that is passionate about helping everyone win....

Store Manager

  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

STORE MANAGER Dollar General - 2.9 Souderton, PA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $34.5K - $45.3K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Management Inventory management Merchandising Employment...

Branch Manager

  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 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...

Cross Functional Store Manager

  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

management, and the Annual Performance Review (APR) process Resolves associate issues in a timely manner and takes appropriate partners Interviews, hires, trains and promotes associates to support store...

STORE MANAGER in SOUDERTON, PA

  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 9 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...

Demographic Data for Allentown, PA

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Allentown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Allentown, PA 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 Allentown, PA
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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