Store Manager Jobs in Stafford, 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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Store General Manager - La Plata, MD

  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Store Manager Woodbridge Center Mall

  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

As the Store Manager, you will coach and manage a team of Assistant Store Manager, Sales Leads and Sales Associates....

Retail Store Manager

  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Branch Manager, Northern VA

  • Lorton, VA (22 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lorton, VA (22 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Date Posted: 2025-07-28 Country: United States of America Location: OT532: NQA - Lorton, VA 9712-D Gunston Cove Road, Lorton, VA, 22079 USA Branch Manager, Elevator/ Construction/ Engineering...

Assistant Manager-Retail Jewelry

  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Assistant Managers take part in directing the daily retail operations of the store, while progressing through company training programs in preparation for a Store Manager position....

Retail Store Manager- New Store

  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Retail Store Manager Retail Store Managers are executives within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by creating an atmosphere that establishes, nourishes and maintains Bobs...

Store Manager

  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 7 days ago

The Store Manager oversees the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations with limited direct supervision....

Store Manager

  • Stafford, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 8 days ago

Our Retail Store Managers play a critical role in building and leading teams to consistently deliver on our brand promise....

General Manager

  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Branch Manager

  • Lorton, VA (22 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lorton, VA (22 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 16 days ago

Aramsco is always looking for dynamic and energetic team players to join our family of companies! Aramsco, a family of companies, is a leading solutions provider to specialty contractors across...

Retail Store Manager

  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (17 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Woodbridge, United States of America SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting...

Store Manager

  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA (8 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 20 days ago

The Store Manager is a champion and model of Boot Barn's Mission, Vision and Values....

General Manager

  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Stafford, VA)
  • 21 days 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...

Store Manager

  • Stafford, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 21 days ago

Manager Store Operations experience with analysis, planning, financial acumen and driving results Experience creating a customer centric environment and working in a consultative selling environment...

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Stafford, VA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Stafford, 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 Stafford, 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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