Leadership Skills
Store Managers must have the ability to understand complex business issues and help their sales teams to think strategically.
Store Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Store Managers plan, direct and manage sales-related activities in store aiming at maximising sales. They also take charge of the operations and management of a store/outlet.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Communication Skills
Store Managers must have strong communication skills to work with employees, customers as he/she needs to confront a variety of internal and customer-facing situations, both positive and negative.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
A recognised bachelor's degree, or equivalent
Experience
6 to 10 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Store Managers usually work in store / outlet and they usually work shifts including late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
