Store Manager Jobs in Forest, 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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FT Center Store Manager (H)

  • Madison Heights, VA (14 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Madison Heights, VA (14 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Retail Store Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

Retail Store Manager About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

Store Manager - Spirit

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Store Manager - Spirit Lynchburg, VA (Onsite) Seasonal / Temp Store Manager - Spencer's Lynchburg, VA (Onsite) Full-Time View More Jobs Manager Store Store Manager Lynchburg, VA Store Manager, Lynchburg...

General Manager(08083) - 109 N Bridge St

  • Bedford, VA (11 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, VA (11 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Job Description 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...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 3 days ago

store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

General Manager

  • Madison Heights, VA (14 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison Heights, VA (14 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Department: Operations Job Title: Restaurant General Manager Reporting to: District Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Date Prepared: April 3rd, 2025 Job Summary: The Restaurant General Manager is...

Store Manager

  • Buchanan, VA (22 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buchanan, VA (22 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Oversee all daily store operations, ensuring efficient and effective execution of policies and procedures....

U-Haul Moving Center General Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Location: 1760 Park Ave, Lynchburg, Virginia 24501 United States of America U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to manage one of our moving and storage centers. As...

General Manager- Hiring Immediately

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 14 days 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 (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 16 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

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 19 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 (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 19 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 General Manager Trainee

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 20 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 (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 20 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...

Store Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA (8 miles from Forest, VA)
  • 25 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...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Forest, VA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Forest, 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 Forest, 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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