Store Manager Jobs in Union, WA

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 Store Director

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...

Emerging Store Manager

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Retail Store Manager

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 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....

Branch Manager

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 3 days ago

ARE YOU READY TO GROW AND ADVANCE YOUR CAREER? JOIN OUR TEAM! Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for an Branch Manager to join our team in Lacey, Washington. Are you a results-driven leader...

Store Manager R1107 - Store 007066

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Description The Store Manager (SM) is responsible for managing all aspects of the business, with minimal direct supervision from the General Manager (GM), to ensure that Guests are delighted with a...

Store Manager R1106 - Store 007190

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Description The Store Manager (SM) is responsible for managing all aspects of the business, with minimal direct supervision from the General Manager (GM), to ensure that Guests are delighted with a...

General Manager (WC) R1106 - Store 007190

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Manager Guest Service Representative Human Resource Manager Recruiter Trainer Auditor Skills Demonstrates a commitment to leading by example considering no tasks as below one's position Uses analytical...

General Manager (WC) R1107 - Store 007066

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Manager Guest Service Representative Human Resource Manager Recruiter Trainer Auditor Skills Demonstrates a commitment to leading by example considering no tasks as below one's position Uses analytical...

Manager Retail Branch III

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 14 days ago

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our "people helping...

Store Sales Manager

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 22 days ago

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

Jewelry/Store Manager

  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (24 miles from Union, WA)
  • 23 days ago

Serve as the primary supervisor for entire location. Maximize the financial performance of the store; achieve growth and sales targets by successfully managing, training and motivating the sales...

Store Sales Manager

  • Olympia, WA (20 miles from Union, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (20 miles from Union, WA)
  • 24 days ago

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

Retail Store Manager-maurices

  • Olympia, WA (15 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA (15 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We currently have an opportunity for a Retail Store Manager-maurices to join our team located at our Store 2096-Westfield Capitl Mall-maurices-Olympia, WA 98502....

General Manager

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Pay Range: $55,970 - $73,263 General Manager Job Description Working at QDOBA is about more than just amazing food. At QDOBA, we take pride in serving our community based on a winning recipe of...

Future Store Manager - Washington State

  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (16 miles from Union, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

As Store Manager, a lot of responsibility will rest on your shoulders....

Demographic Data for Union, WA

Moving to Union, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Union, WA below.


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Salary for Store Manager Jobs in Union, WA

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Highest Education Level

Store Managers in Union, WA 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 Union, WA
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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