Store Manager Jobs in Bedford, VA

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- Hiring Immediately

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 9 hours ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Position...

Branch Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global...

Branch Manager

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Branch Manager will help lead the branch in new business development and help to mentor and provide the highest quality of leadership support to their team. This position is...

Branch Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago

SUMMARY: The Branch Manager develops, expands, and maintains business relationships with customers while providing oversight and accountability for branch associates, ensuring financial...

Mfg General Manager II

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Lead, implement and oversee execution of site strategies, processes, and systems to increase site productivity, safety and associate engagement. Develop leaders to meet current and future business...

store manager - Roanoke/Salem, VA

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Benefit Information Our Store Managers bring the Starbucks experience to life by managing store operations, driving financial success, building great teams, and building a meeting place in their communities...

Store General Manager Trainee

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Note: Selection for the MIT position does not guarantee promotion into a Store Manager/Commercial Sales Manager position....

Moving Center General Manager Trainee

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Location: 7401 Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, Virginia 24502 United States of America U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to come onboard to learn how to manage one of...

Retail Store Manager

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Then a Retail Store Manager (RSM) role with Wireless Vision would be a perfect fit for you....

Store-in-Store Manager

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 9 days ago

This position requires Store-in-Store Manager to be on-site, engaging with customers in sales and service transactions....

Store Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 10 days 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...

General Manager(08397) - 3207 Forest Brook Rd.

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 16 days ago

You were born to be the boss, we know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone is doing what they need to do. Then, you go to work and make sure that everyone there is doing what they...

Store Manager

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 17 days ago

The Store Manager provides daily leadership to all positions within the store to include General Service Technicians, Technicians, Guest Care Specialists, and Assistant Store Manager....

General Manager(08088) - 1501 Lakeside Dr

  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (20 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 21 days ago

You were born to be the boss, we know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone is doing what they need to do. Then, you go to work and make sure that everyone there is doing what they...

STORE MANAGER - 21 and older only - Roanoke, VA

  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (23 miles from Bedford, VA)
  • 25 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...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Bedford, VA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Bedford, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
12.1%
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 Bedford, VA
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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