Store Manager Jobs in Virginia

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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Retail Store Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 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...

Business Analysis Manager - Retail Bank Organizations

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

Business Analysis Manager - Retail Bank Organizations Summary: As a Business Analysis Manager at Capital One, you will apply your strategic and analytical skills to major company challenges....

Retail Store Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • moments ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • moments ago

Galls is looking for a Retail Store Manager (Norfolk, VA) Galls proudly serves Americas Public Safety and Military professionals by combining the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment and solutions...

Safeway Store Director- Northern Virginia

  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 hours ago

operations Proven ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills Will be required to repeatedly use hands, arms, legs, and feet for sustained action (e.g. walking around the store, stocking, rotating...

Store Manager - Auto Center Department

  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 hours ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

Retail Manager - Tire and Battery Center

  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 hours ago

... As a Tire & Battery Center Technician you will work to provide safe and efficient service in both the sales and service areas of the department and deliver to our members more of what they...

Store Manager

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 4 hours ago

We're a rapidly growing national convenience store chain, and we're seeking a dynamic Store Manager to join our expanding family....

Assistant Manager Retail Gainesville

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 4 hours ago

Assists the store manager in performing the daily administrative/clerical functions of store operations. 6....

Store Sales Manager

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 9 hours ago

The position serves as the second in charge of sales initiatives and functions to the Store Manager....

Emerging Store Manager

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 10 hours ago

achieve company deliverables; Works alternate schedule with the Store Manager with minimal overlap; Assumes responsibilities of all store activities in the absence of the Store Manager....

Store Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours 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...

Branch Manager Trainee - SkillBridge

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Position: Branch Manager Trainee Hours of Work: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00AM-5:00PM Tuesday: 9:00AM-7:00PM Friday: 9:00AM-5:30PM Saturday hours required seasonally and as business needs...

Retail Store Supervisor

  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago

You will oversee cashiers, stock associates, and sales associates, and act as the Manager-on-duty in the absence of a store manager....

Campus Store Leader - Piedmont VA CC Bookstore

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Manager with overall store operations....

Store Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 12 hours ago

As a Store Manager, you'll create a team environment which fosters inclusivity and positive connections....

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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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