Store Manager Jobs in West Chester, 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 Outlet

Grocery Store Director ( Relocation Required )

  • Norristown, PA (16 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Norristown, PA (16 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 11 hours 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...

HermanMiller

General Manger - Philadelphia

  • HermanMiller
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • HermanMiller
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 13 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...

General Manager

  • West Chester, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 22 hours ago

General Manager Manages and assumes responsibility for all functions of a Papa John's restaurant to ensure high quality products and customer service are delivered to ensure restaurant...

Branch Manager

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: 401 Plymouth Road - Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania 19462 Job Summary Be a problem solver, trusted advisor, and partner to the people and businesses in our Key Bank communities. The...

Retail Store Manager Team Leader

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Store Manager ensures teams always put the customer at the center and create a compelling and engaging environment for Mattress Firm team members....

Manager - Retail Shoppers

  • Downingtown, PA (6 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downingtown, PA (6 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Manager - In store Shoppers

  • King of Prussia, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day 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 Luckys Roadside Stand Now Hiring

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Store Manager | Lucky's Roadside Stand | Now Hiring image 1 of 1 compensation: Salary (Based on Experience) employment type: job title: Store Manager Culinary Agents is working with the team at Lucky's...

Principal Process Manager, Retail Bank (Hybrid)

  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Principal Process Manager, Retail Bank (Hybrid) As a Principal Process Manager in Market Operations, you will play a critical role in managing large, complex projects that drive well-managed...

Store Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Branch Manager with a passion to drive customer satisfaction while being the brand ambassador. If this is you, and you're ready for your next destination, then you have...

Store Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The Store Manager ensures teams always put the customer at the center and create a compelling and engaging environment for Mattress Firm team members....

Client Manager Retail

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

About Us Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences....

Store Manager - Suburban Square

  • Ardmore, PA (16 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ardmore, PA (16 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Back to jobs New Store Manager - Suburban Square Ardmore, Pennsylvania, United States Apply WHY JOIN ALO? Mindful movement. It's at the core of why we do what we do at Alo-it's our calling....

Branch Manager

  • Birdsboro, PA (21 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birdsboro, PA (21 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Manages all activities of a branch. Responsible for the overall success of the branch operating model, including customer and employee experience, digital engagement, transactions/operations,...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in West Chester, PA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in West Chester, PA 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 West Chester, 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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