Store Manager

Work setting

• Retail business

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Accounting software
• Inventory control software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player